Welcome to the fourth installment of the Astral Journey Series. By now, you’ve learned how to prepare for your journeys and have hopefully experienced your first out-of-body experience. As you continue to explore the astral realms, it’s important to understand the potential encounters you may have with non-physical entities. The astral plane is vast and inhabited by many different energies—some benevolent, some neutral, and some potentially challenging. In this post, we’ll cover how to handle these encounters with confidence, safety, and protection.
1. Understanding Non-Physical Entities
In the astral realm, you may encounter various beings, from spirit guides and loved ones to unfamiliar energies. It’s essential to approach these entities with awareness and understanding:
- Spirit Guides: Often seen as benevolent, guiding presences, spirit guides can assist you on your journey, offering insight and protection. If you feel the presence of a calm, comforting entity, it may be your spirit guide.
- Loved Ones: Sometimes, you may encounter loved ones who have passed on. These encounters can be emotional and healing, offering a chance for connection and closure.
- Neutral or Unknown Entities: Not all entities will have a clear purpose or intention. Some may simply be curious or unaware of your presence. These energies are generally harmless but should still be approached with caution.
- Challenging Energies: Occasionally, you may encounter energies that feel unsettling or negative. These energies can cause fear or discomfort but remember: you have the power to protect yourself and control the experience.
2. Strengthening Your Protective Shield
Your protective shield is your first line of defense against any unwanted energies in the astral plane. Strengthening this shield before and during your journey will ensure that you remain safe.
- Visualization Exercise: Before starting your astral travel, visualize a bright white or golden light surrounding you. This light acts as an impenetrable shield, blocking out any negative entities or energies. Reinforce this shield by affirming, “I am protected. No harm can come to me”.
- Reinforce During Encounters: If you feel uneasy during an encounter, focus on your protective shield. Visualize it growing stronger and brighter, pushing away any unwanted energies. This will keep you safe from harm and help you regain control of the situation.
3. Recognizing the Nature of an Entity
Not all entities will clearly express their intentions, so it’s important to trust your intuition when encountering new energies.
- Positive Signs: A feeling of warmth, calm, or peace is usually a good indication that the entity is benevolent. If the energy feels familiar, comforting, or supportive, it is likely a guide, loved one, or benevolent being.
- Warning Signs: Feelings of fear, anxiety, or discomfort are signs that an entity may not have your best interests at heart. Pay attention to the emotional and physical sensations you experience during the encounter. If something feels off, it’s time to take action.
4. How to Respond to Challenging Entities
If you encounter an unsettling or negative entity, remain calm. Fear can make the situation feel more intense, but you have the power to control the experience.
- Affirm Your Authority: Remember that you are in control of your astral journey. Clearly state, either mentally or verbally, “You do not have permission to be here. Leave.” Astral entities respond to energy and intention, so asserting your authority can often diffuse the situation.
- Call on Your Guides: If you feel overwhelmed, call on your spirit guides or higher self for assistance. Simply ask for protection and guidance, and trust that help will come.
- Return to Your Body: If the encounter becomes too intense, you can always choose to end your journey. Focus on your grounding techniques and visualize yourself gently returning to your physical body. Once back, take a moment to center yourself and release any lingering fear or tension.
5. Post-Travel Reflection and Cleansing
After any encounter with non-physical entities, it’s important to reflect on your experience and cleanse your energy.
- Journaling: Write down what happened during your astral journey, especially noting any feelings or insights you gained from the encounter. This can help you process the experience and understand the nature of the entity you encountered.
- Energy Cleansing: After returning to your body, cleanse your energy field to remove any lingering negative vibrations. You can do this by smudging with sage, using crystals like black tourmaline, or simply taking a cleansing bath with salt. This will help restore balance and protect you from any aftereffects of the encounter.
6. Establishing Boundaries in the Astral Realm
Boundaries are just as important in the astral world as they are in the physical world. Before each journey, set clear intentions and boundaries for what you are willing to experience.
- State Your Boundaries: Before beginning your astral travel, set a firm intention such as, “I only allow benevolent and supportive entities to connect with me during this journey.” This creates a clear energetic boundary that repels negative influences.
- Limit Interaction Time: If you are new to astral travel, limit your time interacting with entities until you become more comfortable navigating the astral realm. As you grow more experienced, you can gradually expand your interactions.
In Closing: Exploring the Astral Realm with Confidence
Encountering non-physical entities is a natural part of astral travel, but it doesn’t have to be intimidating. With the right preparation, protection, and intuition, you can explore these realms safely and confidently. Remember, you are in control of your journey, and no entity can harm you when you maintain your protective shield and assert your authority.
As you continue to develop your astral travel skills, trust your intuition and the protective practices you’ve learned. Each journey will strengthen your connection to the spiritual realms and enhance your ability to navigate them safely.
In our next post, we will explore how to receive and interpret information downloads from the universe during astral travel, unlocking new levels of spiritual insight and wisdom.
Until then, travel wisely, stay protected, and keep exploring!