Nonphysical Friends

We encourage all who participate in our residential and in-home programs to be open to the idea of asking for and receiving assistance. Our enthusiasm for doing so originates from our early experiences with the Explorer sessions conducted at The Monroe Institute’s laboratory facilities. During these sessions, it became apparent that our Explorers were not alone; rather, they had an abundance of help. “Helpers in energetic form” would typically position themselves two on each side of the Explorer. These helpers might assist the Explorer in leaving his/her physical body or contribute to otherwise with purpose of a session. The particulars of how these nonphysical friends were helping were not always obvious, but their benevolent intentions were remarkably clear. This much-appreciated cooperation gave rise to the latter half of the Gateway Affirmation, which became an essential component of our programs for exploring states of consciousness. Who are these non-physical friends? We prefer that you decide for yourself. Exercise 4 is designed so you might establish trust through direct personal contact.