The author would like to remind readers that they follow the instructions in this book at their own risk and that they alone are fully responsibility for their actions. When followed correctly, these instructions for practicing out-of-body travel and lucid dreaming bring no harm to the body or mind. However, due to the impossibility of monitoring or checking how closely the instructions in this book are followed, all liability arising from the application of the methods and procedures given hereunder rests with the reader.

Michael Raduga

OOBE Research Center

June 19th, 2012

– Is it worth it to employ non-autonomous methods?

All things considered, there’s no need for them. It’s still easier and more interesting to do things on one’s own. However, in some cases experiencing how they work is interesting in and of itself. They might also be of occasional help.

– Many makers of devices and audio files for phase states assert that their products are effective. Are they telling the truth?

No. In most cases they work only incidentally, and quite rarely at that. Some will work several times, until the practitioner develops resistance to them. Only a device-free personal practice can guarantee high-quality, solid results.

– Might non-autonomous methods help a novice?

It’s best to see them as an aid for more experienced practitioners who already know what they are working towards.

– Might I use programs that wake you up during REM sleep in order to try indirect techniques?

Yes, you may. However, they are not to be used more than 1 to 3 times a week, and it’s best to do so only in conjunction with the deferred method. They may only be approached when you are completely unable to awaken and make attempts on your own.

– Might I find an experienced hypnotist who will help me enter out-of-body experience?

It’s quite difficult to find a good hypnotist. Moreover, only a small percentage of the population is hypnotizable. It’s best to master out-of-body experience by your own efforts alone.

– Where can I buy devices, audio files, and preparations for non-autonomous mastery of out-of-body experience?

You can learn a lot about that online. Just “google” it. However, in most cases it will cost a lot of money, which at best amounts to paying for one-off OBEs. It’s not only a waste of money, but at the end of the day it’s also a waste of time and energy.

Aim

Provide a general background on methods for out-of-body travel and lucid dreaming using external stimuli.

Key Concepts

Mandatory: Definition, when to perform the techniques, cueing technologies, and chemical substances.

Non-Mandatory: When to practice, working in pairs, hypnosis and suggestion, physiological signals, the coffee method, and examples.

Lesson Plan

Definition Non-autonomous methods for entering out-of-body experience are any methods that require more than the practitioner’s mental efforts alone. They include devices, preparations, and the help of other people. Let your students know that such methods may be considered supplemental. They do not surpass autonomous methods in terms of effectiveness.

Lack of a free-floating state of mind, even though it is mandatory.

Assuming an incorrect position when lying down.

Performing direct techniques during the day when a practitioner is inexperienced, instead of in the evening or at night.

Performing more than one attempt per day.

Performing protracted relaxation before the techniques, even when this may play a negative role.

Performing the techniques for too long when they should be exercised for no more than 20 minutes.

Forgetting to affirm a strong desire to awaken upon a lapse of consciousness.

Falling asleep during lapses out of consciousness while in a free-floating state of mind, instead of working toward multiple lapses with awakenings.

Forgetting separation techniques and awaiting some unknown event upon emergence from a lapse, instead of taking advantage of the moment.

Excessively alternating the techniques in a primary repertoire, instead of testing them in a planned and systematic manner.

Holding the breath when unusual sensations are encountered. Always be calm.

Halting practice when unusual sensations occur when it is necessary to continue what brought about the sensations.

Excessive excitement while performing direct techniques.

Lack of aggression during attempts due to fatigue and sleep deprivation.

Lack of a clear plan of action. Understanding and planning the use of distinct variations of the techniques beforehand is crucial to the analysis of subsequent errors in practice.

Create special groups or communities in social networks for people who have undergone training with you. This will remind them about the practice. They will periodically bring up topics for discussion and ask questions. If people don’t join such groups on their own, you can invite them or add them yourself.