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The Truth About Astral Abductions

Have you ever woken up paralyzed, sensing an unseen presence in your room? Or perhaps you've experienced dreams so vivid they left you questioning whether they were merely products of your imagination? These experiences, often dismissed as sleep disturbances or vivid nightmares, might be something far more complex-something that challenges our understanding of consciousness itself.

Welcome to the controversial world of astral abductions-a phenomenon that exists at the intersection of altered states of consciousness, spiritual experience, and alleged non-human contact.

Defining the Non-Physical: What Are Astral Abductions?

When most people hear the term "alien abduction," they envision being physically taken aboard a spacecraft. However, a significant subset of these experiences appears to occur primarily on a non-physical level. These are what researchers and experiencers call "astral abductions."

Unlike their physical counterparts, astral abductions typically involve the perception of one's consciousness or "energy body" being separated from the physical form during an encounter with non-human entities. The physical body remains in bed, while the consciousness experiences an interaction that feels just as real-sometimes even more visceral-than waking reality.

One experiencer described it this way: "I wasn't physically taken anywhere. My body stayed in bed. But 'I'-whatever that core essence is-was somewhere else entirely, interacting with beings that seemed more real than people I meet in everyday life."

This distinction is crucial yet often overlooked in mainstream discussions about abduction phenomena. In many ways, it represents the difference between viewing these experiences through a materialist lens versus understanding them as interactions occurring on levels of reality beyond the purely physical.

The Liminal Landscape: Where Altered States Meet Unseen Forces

The most compelling evidence linking astral abductions to known human experiences comes from their remarkable overlap with three well-documented altered states of consciousness: sleep paralysis, lucid dreaming, and out-of-body experiences (OBEs).

Sleep paralysis represents perhaps the most significant connection. During this state, a person awakens mentally while their body remains in the paralysis that naturally occurs during REM sleep to prevent them from acting out dreams. What makes sleep paralysis particularly relevant is that approximately 75% of those who experience it report hallucinations-often involving sensing a presence, seeing strange figures, hearing buzzing sounds, and feeling pressure on their chest.

Sound familiar? These are precisely the elements commonly reported in many abduction accounts.

A 2003 Harvard study found compelling evidence that people reporting alien abduction experiences showed the same physiological responses when recalling their encounters as individuals with PTSD-suggesting these experiences, whatever their origin, create genuine trauma responses in the brain and body.

Lucid dreaming-being aware you're dreaming while in the dream state-offers another window into astral abduction experiences. The ability to navigate consciously through dream environments shares striking similarities with the conscious awareness reported during astral encounters.

A particularly fascinating study published in the International Journal of Dream Research in 2021 found that when lucid dreamers were instructed to simulate alien encounters in their dreams, 75% were able to do so. Of these, 20% produced experiences that were "close to reality" in terms of the absence of paradoxical dreamlike events. Significantly, it was only among this 20% that sleep paralysis and fear were observed-the very elements commonly reported in "real" abduction accounts.

Out-of-body experiences complete this trinity of altered states. The sensation of consciousness separating from the physical body-a hallmark of OBEs-mirrors the beginning of many astral abduction narratives. This suggests that whatever triggers OBEs might also serve as the entry point for what experiencers interpret as non-human contact on the astral plane.

Beyond Sensation: The Unique Sensory Palette of Astral Experiences

One of the most intriguing aspects of reported astral abductions is the distinct sensory landscape they present compared to ordinary perception-or even physical abduction claims.

"In astral experiences, vision and hearing are DIFFERENT," wrote one experiencer in a LiveJournal account. "Colors are a little strange, and you see energy lines (auras) very clearly, even in bright light... Finally, in astral-there is NO ability to SMELL!"

This observation about the absence of smell in astral states is particularly significant. Multiple experiencers have noted that while they can see and hear clearly during astral encounters-sometimes with enhanced perception of energetic fields-the ability to smell is consistently absent.

This sensory differentiation provides a potential method for individuals to distinguish between physical and non-physical experiences. When someone recalls smelling something unusual during an encounter, it might suggest a physical component to the experience that wouldn't be present in a purely astral state.

These sensory differences aren't just academic distinctions-they represent fundamental variations in how consciousness processes information in different states, potentially offering clues about the nature of these experiences.

The Entities of the Astral Plane: Who and What is Reported?

The beings encountered during astral abductions share similarities with entities reported in physical abduction claims, yet often exhibit distinctive qualities that suggest a different mode of existence.

Many experiencers report encounters with Mantis-like beings during astral states. One account from the r/AstralProjection subreddit described a telepathic communication with a Mantis entity: "I sensed a presence nearby, so called out with my mind telepathically, 'Who's there?' While there was no verbal response, I immediately received a tinted visual still image that slowly faded out of the black background of my mental space... It was a Mantis-type Gray alien."

Communication in these states is rarely verbal. Instead, it typically occurs through direct thought transfer or telepathy, often accompanied by vivid mental imagery. This non-verbal exchange seems particularly suited to the non-physical nature of these interactions.

What's especially noteworthy is that the perceived purpose of these astral contacts often differs from physical abduction narratives. While physical abductions frequently focus on medical examinations and reproductive procedures, astral encounters more commonly involve what one source called an "energy/soul study thing" or entry into a "web of learning"-suggesting knowledge transfer or consciousness expansion as primary objectives.

As described in "Regression Therapy for Extra-Terrestrial Contact Experiences," astral experiences often involve being taken to states where experiencers "learn healing, psychic, ecological, and technological skills, piloting spaceships, how to help surviving humans after massive earth disasters, and other subjects."

This educational component suggests that if these experiences do reflect actual contact with non-human intelligence, the astral plane might serve as a more suitable medium for certain types of interaction-particularly those focused on consciousness rather than biology.

The Energetic Shield: Exploring the Concept of Astral Hygiene

Perhaps one of the most practical concepts to emerge from research into astral abductions is the notion of "astral hygiene"-maintaining a strong energetic field as protection against unwanted encounters or influences.

This concept appears across multiple sources, most notably in discussions about protecting one's energy field or "aura" from intrusion. The basic premise is straightforward yet profound: consciousness exists within an energetic framework that can be strengthened or weakened based on various factors.

When your energetic field is robust, it functions as a natural boundary, possibly preventing unwanted astral interactions. When weakened-through factors like fear, substance abuse, depression, or physical illness-it may become more permeable to external influences.

"If you have any kind of bliss practice with some discipline, your aura becomes more implosive," notes one source. "The very nature of bliss process is what is not a shareable wave at center will be toasted. If you have access to a good bliss process, you're going to toast the parasites out of your aura."

Practical suggestions for enhancing astral hygiene include:

Regular meditation and mindfulness practices
Spending time in natural settings, particularly near running water
Paying attention to diet-favoring fresh, live foods over processed options
Cold water immersion and breathwork techniques
Conscious cultivation of positive emotional states, especially feelings of love and connection
Creating strong bonds within a community or "soul tribe"

One particularly interesting suggestion involves the timing of practices: "At the time of sunrise and at the time of sunset, but particularly sunrise... at that moment like it was a complete communication portal to any benevolent being and any consciousness any transmission that is wanting to be had."

This concept of astral hygiene represents a practical application of esoteric knowledge, offering individuals a potential means of engaging with these experiences from a position of sovereignty rather than victimhood.

The Soul's Leverage: DNA, Coherence, and Susceptibility

One of the most thought-provoking theories emerging from research into astral abductions concerns the relationship between DNA, consciousness coherence, and susceptibility to these experiences.

Some researchers suggest that certain individuals might possess DNA configurations that create what one source called "leverage on the magnetic grid"-essentially, a stronger connection between physical biology and non-physical energy fields.

This theory proposes that indigenous bloodlines and natural lucid dreamers may have inherited or developed DNA structures with greater "coherence" or "implosion" capabilities. These qualities potentially make their consciousness more visible or accessible on non-physical planes.

"The very nature of bliss process is what is not a shareable wave at center will be toasted," states one source, suggesting that the ability to generate coherent energy fields through practices that induce bliss states creates a form of protection through electromagnetic coherence.

While highly speculative, this theory attempts to explain why certain individuals report repeated experiences while others remain untouched. It also aligns with reports that aliens appear particularly interested in genetic material and reproductive capabilities-perhaps seeking to understand or acquire these coherent properties.

This perspective invites us to consider consciousness not merely as a product of the brain, but as a field phenomenon that interacts with biological structures in ways we're only beginning to understand.

Reclaiming Sovereignty: Standing Your Ground in the Astral Realm

For those who experience unwanted astral intrusions, one of the most empowering concepts involves reclaiming personal sovereignty through conscious intention and declaration of free will.

Multiple sources suggest that many negative encounters involve an element of agreement or permission-conscious or otherwise. As one researcher explained: "The greys could not start their messes until they got some form of agreement first. They always say, 'Well, it's in your soul contract and therefore in your soul you agreed to.'"

The antidote to this appears remarkably simple, if not always easy to implement: "Stand your ground. Do not be sucked in by their lies... be very clear you do not agree, this is not okay, no you're lying to me, no I have free will, I make a choice and my choice is you get the hell out of here."

This approach recognizes that consciousness operates according to certain principles-including the primacy of free will and intention-even in non-ordinary reality states. By clearly and firmly refusing interaction, experiencers reportedly can terminate unwanted encounters.

Importantly, this stance is more than just psychological self-help-it represents a fundamental assertion of consciousness sovereignty that transcends the physical/non-physical divide.

Psychological Landscapes: The Impact of Perceived Astral Abductions

Regardless of how we interpret astral abduction experiences, their psychological impact is undeniable and profound. Research consistently shows that individuals reporting these encounters exhibit symptoms similar to those with post-traumatic stress disorder-even when no physical evidence of an encounter exists.

A study at Harvard University found that people who believed they had been abducted showed the same physiological responses-increased heart rate and sweating-when recounting their experiences as combat veterans and other trauma survivors. This underscores the power of these subjective experiences to shape both mind and body.

What makes these experiences particularly challenging is their resistance to conventional psychological frameworks. They often occur in individuals with no history of mental illness or hallucination. As Harvard psychiatrist John E. Mack famously concluded after studying hundreds of abduction cases: "The furthest you can go at this point is to say there's an authentic mystery here."

This mystery extends beyond simple questions of "real versus imagined" into the complex territory of how consciousness interprets experiences that occur outside our ordinary frame of reference. The psychological impact-ranging from terror to transcendence-suggests these experiences touch something fundamental in human awareness.

Navigating the Aftermath: Therapy, Support, and Integration

For those struggling to process astral abduction experiences, specialized therapeutic approaches can provide crucial support. Regression therapy, while controversial in some circles, has helped many individuals uncover buried memories and integrate fragmented experiences into a coherent narrative.

As described in "Regression Therapy for Extra-Terrestrial Contact Experiences," this approach allows experiencers to retrieve memories from their unconscious mind, express and release associated feelings, and eventually integrate the experience into their conscious life.

Support groups also play a vital role, offering validation and community for those who might otherwise feel isolated by their experiences. Finding others who share similar encounters can be profoundly healing, reducing the sense of alienation that often accompanies these events.

Integration remains perhaps the most important aspect of healing. This involves neither rejecting the experience as delusional nor becoming obsessively focused on it, but rather finding ways to incorporate it into a larger understanding of reality that allows for normal functioning.

As one regression therapist noted: "Since abduction experiences are a part of their lives, will continue, and cannot be stopped, they must learn to live with them... they should be helped to look upon these experiences as positively as they can."

Historical Echoes: Tracing Astral Abduction Like Narratives Through Time

Astral abduction narratives don't exist in isolation-they connect to historical and cross-cultural accounts spanning centuries. The "ur-abduction" motif, described in "Deros and the Ur-Abduction," appears across diverse cultures and time periods: someone is kidnapped by non-human entities, taken to an otherworldly realm, and subjected to various procedures or interactions before being returned.

Irish legends speak of people abducted by creatures called sidhe and dragged to underground lairs. German folklore tells of Tannhauser, who entered the underground world of the goddess Venus. Witch hunters in the Middle Ages described individuals being taken to mountaintops to witness bacchanals.

What's striking about these historical parallels is their consistency despite emerging from cultures with no contact. This suggests either a shared underlying experience (such as sleep paralysis interpreted through cultural frameworks) or a genuine phenomenon encountered across human history.

Either way, modern astral abduction accounts represent the latest iteration of an enduring narrative thread in human experience-one that continues to challenge our understanding of consciousness and reality.

Cosmic Connections: The Sun, Soul, and Ancestral Memory

Some of the most profound aspects of astral abduction research involve connections to larger cosmic concepts-particularly the relationship between consciousness, ancestral memory, and celestial bodies like the Sun.

Multiple sources suggest the Sun functions as more than just a star-it represents a portal or communication channel for consciousness. "The sun is a looking glass and at the time of sunrise and at the time of sunset, but particularly sunrise... at that moment like it was a complete communication portal to any benevolent being."

This solar connection extends to the concept of "passing through the heart of the Sun" as a transition point for consciousness after death-a journey that reportedly requires processing and integrating all non-shareable memories and experiences.

These concepts echo ancient solar worship traditions while suggesting a practical cosmology of consciousness-one where physical celestial bodies serve as functional nodes in a larger network of awareness.

Similarly, the idea that "successful death is a plasma black hole necessarily for how you inhabit the array ancestor memory or heaven" presents death not as an endpoint but as a transition into a collective field of consciousness that transcends individual identity.

These cosmic concepts provide a larger framework for understanding astral abductions-not as isolated anomalies, but as potential glimpses into the larger structure of consciousness itself.

The Woven Reality: Intertwining the Physical, Astral, and Spiritual

As we've explored the multifaceted nature of astral abductions, one thing becomes clear: reality may be far more complex and layered than our conventional understanding suggests. Physical, astral, and spiritual dimensions appear deeply intertwined, with consciousness moving between them in ways that challenge our usual categories.

What we call "astral abductions" might represent moments when these normally separate layers of reality briefly overlap-when consciousness, untethered from its physical anchor during altered states, encounters other forms of intelligence typically invisible to ordinary awareness.

This perspective doesn't require abandoning scientific principles, but rather expanding our understanding of consciousness beyond the purely materialist paradigm. It suggests that what we call "consciousness" might be a field phenomenon that interacts with, but is not produced by, physical biology.

The experiences discussed throughout this article-from sleep paralysis to lucid dreaming to cosmic enlightenment-exist on a spectrum of consciousness states, each offering a different window into this multidimensional reality.

For those who experience astral abductions, this integrated perspective offers something valuable: a framework that honors their subjective experience without requiring rejection of either scientific understanding or spiritual meaning.

The truth about astral abductions likely isn't a single, simple answer but a complex recognition that consciousness itself remains the greatest frontier of human exploration-one where physical bodies, energetic fields, and cosmic awareness come together in ways we're only beginning to understand.

As one researcher put it: "I'm not trying to fit reality into what I can understand of it-I'm trying to expand myself to accept the entirety of the reality." Perhaps that's the most enlightened approach we can take toward these profound and challenging experiences.