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Summary: Great work on spirituality
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When Robert Monroe began leaving his body decades ago he couldn't just hop on the web to locate others with this ability, or one hundred books that expound on this phenomina. Thus, his experiences here are those of a pioneer of sorts trying to figure things out more or less on his own. Consequently, his terminology and ideas are a bit outdated. And oddly enough, his experiences themselves seem different than those typical of todays astral projectionists(?!).For someone who has read a bit on OBEs I recommend this book for its perspective and for its status as an early classic. But for those new to this topic I'd recommend something more current such as Buhlman's "Adventures Beyond the Body" or Bruce's "Astral Dynamics".
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Summary: An outdated "classic"
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When Robert Monroe began leaving his body decades ago he couldn't just hop on the web to locate others with this ability, or one hundred books that expound on this phenomina. Thus, his experiences here are those of a pioneer of sorts trying to figure things out more or less on his own. Consequently, his terminology and ideas are a bit outdated. And oddly enough, his experiences themselves seem different than those typical of todays astral projectionists(?!). For someone who has read a bit on OBEs I recommend this book for its perspective and for its status as an early classic. But for those new to this topic I'd recommend something more current such as Buhlman's "Adventures Beyond the Body" or Bruce's "Astral Dynamics".
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Summary: Excellent and mind opening reading.A classic OOBE Book.
Review: A true classic, written in a very plain and straightforward manner, this book sheds a huge light on the subject of out of body experiences. Mr. Monroe gives a surprisingly objective look to what has become an extremely subjective topic. Especially notable are the detailed descriptions of the entire process of leaving the body, and the locations to which he traveled, feelings, thoughts, etc. A great book even for the most skeptic people out there. I would recommend it 100%
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Summary: The book that launched my life.
Review: After reading this book I started looking at the world around me differently. If you read this book and enjoyed it, I definately suggest you get his other books. They are just as good as this one.
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Summary: A MUST READ FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN OUT OF BODY EXPERIENCES
Review: As someone who has direct experience with the out of body phenomenon, this book was invaluable. It is not the best book on this topic but those of us who have these experiences often fear for our sanity. This book lets us know that we are not alone. Unlike many books dealing with this subject, the author is not someone who has a spiritual message to shove down our throats. He gives an honest account of his experiences and all of the accompanying fears and troubles and joys. He is highly credible and one can identify with his very human and normal reactions to a baffling phenomenon. It is important to take into account when reading this book that Monroe wrote it at a time before people had wide spread knowledge of thw out-of-body experience. It took great courage for him to share his experiences with the world. It is also commendable that he sought to try and find a scientific basis for the phenomenon and founded the Monroe institute towards this end.
My only criticism is that his terminology is at times a bit cumbersome, but I think overall this book is worth the read. I think his next book, Far Journeys is actually better.
Finally, after delving into this subject for many years, I think it is important to understand that the out-of -body experience serves as a gateway to perceptual abilities that we consider to be paranormal. These abilities include but are not limited to clairvoyance, telepathy and telekinesis. As such, learning to have this type of experience is part of the Toltec sorcery teachings. For more information about this approach to the out-of-body experience read 1)The Art of Dreaming (Carlos Castaneda), 2)The Path: A Practical Approach to Sorcery (Esmeralda Arana)
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Summary: Finally, some truth...
Review: For those of you searching for the ultimate answer, look no further! Even if you don't believe in all the concepts Monroe puts forth, you will certainly question reality and look at life in a whole new light after reading this book. This book, along with the rest of Monroe's work has become a major defining element in my life. Before learning about Monroe, I felt very alone in this world. I wasn't sure if all the religious stuff I had heard over the years was true, or if there was some greater truth. But after reading this book, it all started to click. I finally started to see the "bigger picture", and have since lived my life accordingly. If you are deeply rooted in religion, this book will be difficult for you; especially if you are not willing to entertain the notion that your religious beliefs may be false. But, if you can put your beliefs aside and read this book with an open mind, you will benefit greatly. Those who dismiss this book as "impossible", "silly", or otherwise are simply afraid to turn back on their society-reinforced beliefs about life, death and God. They will continue to live under blind faith and will never understand what being human is all about. In the end, it's the difference between "knowing" and "believing".
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Summary: cool
Review: Great book to start out with if you want some information on what out of body experiences feel like because it's a bunch of stories. there's some better information on the web about astral projection though
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Review: have you ever experienced the moments of pure silence? if you had, get ready for the most mind bending book series ever created.
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Summary: A reader from Amarillo, TX, March 15, 2000
Review: I found the book to be a straight-forward and very honest account from a man that had to go it alone back when very little was known on the subject. Humorous at times and but also scary.
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Summary: An interesting book of dreams
Review: I found the book to be an interesting description of an illustrative man's dreams. DREAMS. Monroe makes a giant leap of faith and disregards any connection towards a logical, believable explanation of the events that occured to him. Maybe he should consider different states of consciousness as possible explanations? Or lucid dreaming? People seem to underestimate the power of the brain to make up experiences that seem incredibly realistic. Most people believe what they so desperately want to believe, whether in an OBE or flying turtles. Whatever makes you feel better. Its just a shame when a man such as Monroe capitalizes on such a desire for understanding.
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