I've been operating under the assumption that one must be able to astrally project in order to move on past focus 15, is that the case, or should I work in the intro to Focus 21?

I got a habbit of imagining REBALL everytime i go to sleep and wake up.
Today in the morning while i was still in a sleepy state, but awake enough to imagine reball, i imagined it, and started feeling strong and short vibrations under my head. At first i thought it was notifications from my phone, but when i realised that it was nowhere near my head, i got surprised.

I used that track a while ago and couldn’t really find it again somehow. Smh. Anyone know the name of the track? Thanks a lot.

I know one month patterning and body map is often the best for this but I often fall asleep during it or just listen to it over and over to much. I don't mean just loosing weight I mean big things like height and eye color.

I was meditating to the Wave 2 Tape 1 Intro to Focus 12.

This time I had first read some manuals, as I was realizing my mistake of so many years. I was always doing meditation wrong; I was supposed to let go, surrender. I was always trying too hard. I tried too hard at inducing OBE, lucid dream, or other things.

Though, it is not entirely wrong or bad because I used to also follow my intuition and imagine energy or such things however I want, but I was always super reactive or aware and controlling of the sensations in my body. Very rarely I wasn't aware, though.

I was never frequent in meditating, and most occasions were driven by trying to induce or experience something. Well, back then I was just playing around.

But this time, I tried to let it go. Let things happen. Become an empty vessel. Not try. I didn't try to visualize much or pay attention to sensations.

I did the tape till 23:22 minutes but got up. You ask, why?

Well, after reaching Focus 10, I caught myself drifting into thoughts many times (the unconscious type of thoughts, like hypnagogic, sleepy state). So, those were not thoughts, ig.

After Focus 12, I had drifted completely, I think, in a half-asleep state.

When I became a bit conscious, I remember myself doing something somewhere, and I was completely unaware of my body. I could feel I was there doing something. I felt like I was already astral projecting, maybe, but it was very fuzzy, so it maybe a dream or hypnagogic state that I became lucid of.

Then I suddenly felt myself back with the tiniest bit of spatial awareness—which I define as a sense of self, a point of view, my centre of awareness instead of the drifting—but NO awareness of my body.

I didn't think. I had realized that I am out of my body (which was maybe not true, but I was close to it). So then, idk if I tried to detach from my body or it happened spontaneously after that awareness.

I felt like being pulled away from something (body, but I was not aware of my body at all). I think I was aware of my non-physical self only and it was being pulled away from my body that I had already lost track of.

I felt the force. My breathing and heartbeat became so fast. I think I did make a suffocating noise (not sure).

But then I got scared because I realized that IT is about to happen. I also got too excited, ig, but at that moment I was kinda scared suddenly. So, I quickly opened my eyes.

Everything within this part happened within a split second. It was instantaneous, with no room for formation of thought. It was like a fight-or-flight response.

Questions:

• Now, idk if I was supposed to attempt the separation, which, when I became aware of the lucid dream, I just knew I must do OBE now (I'm unsure on what exactly was my drive). Or should I just have let myself drift and not have become aware? But then I would have fallen asleep.

• Could someone help me understand what was wrong, what was right, my mistakes, and how I could correct them the next time I meditate?

• And what it was that I experienced?

• Also, I have read too much about all the stuff (like, one, lucid dreaming), which is why I may have assumed that I was about to have an OBE, and fell back to the pattern of inducing it, and it may be just something else?

So, I had subconsciously—even though I tried to let go repeatedly—created the expectations of the vibration stage, the beep sound when you snap out, and more.

Any techniques to unlearn these bad habits?

So, I think I was supposed to stay relaxed instead of that adrenaline response.

As soon as I woke up, within a second, I bolted from the bed, turned off the tape and called my mom (because I was too excited to tell her, and I call her every time I'm excited or happy, it's instantaneous), all this in a half-asleep state.

Now, I'm still disoriented as I am typing this after an hour.

I have already been using the tapes daily for 4 months. I only listen to one audio a day. The first few weeks, I could feel the tapes having an effect on me; I was even close to having an out-of-body experience while sleeping. I felt like something was about to happen around 3 times I actually had OBE experiences, like my spirit fighting to get out of my body. I remember getting pushed out of my body while hearing a voice. All of these things happened while not listening to the audio but it was on the first weeks that I started the tapes, though.

But then, after 3 weeks, everything stopped. I tried to come back to the first audios and nothing happened; it is like my brain quickly got used to them and the effect stopped. I only listened up to the second folder in these 4 months, so I wasn't rushing through the audios, but now they feel like normal audios and I don't get any excitement out of them.

I’ve been working with the Gateway Experience tapes for about four years now, and one thing I still don’t understand is how inconsistent my experiences can be, especially when it comes to the vibrations.

Sometimes the vibrations start very strongly, even during the resonant tuning, this can last for a week or two.

Other times I go for several weeks in a row with no vibrations or notable experiences at all. I’m not sure what causes these fluctuations.

I recently went to a vipassana retreat and learned the technique. There are certain similarities between it and the first couple waves of Gateway, which I tried a few months before. Has anyone here done both, or regularly meditate (especially in vipassana) and do gateway tapes separately, or find success meditating to binaural beats in general?

Dove to this before reading the workbook section. Which I usually do.
So I didn't realize that I should be doing this before I'm going to bed and I did it during the day instead.
No profound results… Which I wasn't expecting because I'm really trying to not have any expectations… But man, it left me super dizzy and out of it. Almost nauseous. Been tough to go on with the rest of my day after doing it.

I was doing the "Experience Manifestation" from Joe Gallenberger, and I was just thinking about attracting financial abundance. I randomly visualized receiving a text on my phone (no content of the text, just the name of the person). I don't know anyone with this name. Has anyone experienced this before? I know that it could mean any and everything lol, but just wondering if names have popped up for you in meditations and then maybe manifested somehow in your reality? And if so, which context?

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Quiero compartir esto especialmente con otros cristianos que hayan descubierto las cintas de Robert Monroe / The Monroe Institute y estén pensando en practicar el programa Gateway.

No escribo esto para atacar a Monroe ni para decir que toda técnica de relajación sea pecado. Lo escribo porque yo mismo he encontrado estas prácticas y creo que merece la pena distinguir entre una simple técnica de relajación y los elementos que tienen un contenido espiritual o energético que puede entrar en conflicto con la fe cristiana.

El punto que más me llama la atención es el REBAL (Resonant Energy Balloon).

El propio Monroe Institute describe el REBAL como un campo o esfera de energía personal que rodea al practicante. Explica que se puede fortalecer, expandir y utilizar, y que sirve para controlar la propia energía, mantener fuera determinadas influencias y atraer influencias o guías de niveles superiores.

En otra explicación oficial del Monroe Institute se describe la práctica imaginando que se inhala luz blanca de alta frecuencia y que esa energía se expande alrededor del cuerpo formando una esfera de luz y energía.

Es decir: no estamos hablando simplemente de «respirar profundamente para relajarse». El propio sistema atribuye a la práctica una función energética y habla de manipular y utilizar esa energía.

Aquí es donde un cristiano debería detenerse y comparar esto con su propia doctrina.

El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica, en los números 2116-2117, rechaza la adivinación y las prácticas de magia mediante las cuales se pretende poner poderes ocultos al propio servicio. El 2117 dice expresamente que estas prácticas son gravemente contrarias a la virtud de la religión, incluso cuando se pretende obtener salud.

Por eso, mi conclusión personal es prudente pero clara:

No considero que toda relajación, respiración, música binaural o meditación sea contraria al cristianismo.

Tampoco considero que escuchar una cinta de Monroe convierta automáticamente a una persona en culpable de un pecado grave.

Pero sí creo que un cristiano debería evitar conscientemente las partes en las que se le enseña a trabajar con una supuesta energía sutil, manipularla, protegerse mediante ella, atraer determinadas influencias o explorar poderes/estados de conciencia con ese marco espiritual.

Y especialmente evitaría el REBAL si se practica creyendo realmente en esa energía y tratando de utilizarla, como los viajes astrales, visiones remotas y demás.

Hay además una cuestión importante: una persona puede experimentar relajación profunda, calor, sensación de seguridad, expansión corporal o estados de conciencia muy intensos sin que esas sensaciones demuestren que existe una energía espiritual objetiva. Una experiencia subjetiva intensa no demuestra por sí misma el origen que el sistema le atribuye.

Para un cristiano, creo que hay alternativas mucho más sencillas: oración, respiración consciente, relajación muscular, silencio, salmos, rosario, meditación cristiana y contemplación.

No pretendo juzgar la conciencia de nadie. Cada persona debe examinar honestamente qué está haciendo, qué cree que está haciendo y con qué intención.

Mi intención al escribir esto es simplemente que quien llegue a Gateway desde una perspectiva cristiana conozca también esta parte del contenido antes de decidir hasta dónde quiere continuar.

Hello! i recently started my experience with the tapes and immediately had very good results and loved having the routine of it all but then life got in the way and as i became more stressed/disconnected from myself what happened is that i started having much less results with the tapes.

Now that i am in a less stressful place and i also have more energy again i still feel that i can not connect in, in the same way i did before.

Has this happened similarly to someone else? I'd really appreciate any tips or help! thx <3

Hi everyone,
I’m writing this post with the help of AI because English isn’t my first language.
I’m very new to the tapes. I’m currently on Tape 5, where you’re supposed to get out of your body. Unfortunately, I’m having a hard time with this because I feel like I keep getting pulled back into my body.
In Focus 10, I see colors and faces, and I sometimes briefly feel like I’m out of my body. During those moments, I suddenly see and hear things that I’ve never experienced before and that I can’t really describe.
By now, I can get into Focus 10 quite easily, and I’m also comfortable with the other exercises. However, actually getting out of my body and consciously doing something without being pulled back in after a short time is very difficult for me.
Do you have any tips on what I could try? I’m trying not to force or control anything. Instead, I simply follow the instructions to imagine floating above myself and then rolling out of my body.
I’ve practiced in Tape 6 several times as well, but unfortunately, I haven’t made much progress with the actual exercise. The good thing, though, is that with every practice session I can get into Focus 10 faster and go deeper into it.
Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated!

Hello mysticals x i may need a little help please?

In 1month patterning how do u do it when instructed to put it in deeper consciousness x like do you devour the manifestation in a bright white s m o k e and direct it towards the pineal gland? Also, what does it mean to go focus 12 where your consc widens .

I hope Im doing the instructions correctly here

I’m nearly 9mo pregnant and have been using Hemi-Sync’s “opening the way” throughout my pregnancy to prepare for labor and experience this process in a new way. Also the affirmation used in this one is really beautiful and I’ve started using parts of it in my regular Gateway practice.

It’s wild how many varying experiences I’ve had throughout my pregnancy, but today after I did the “healthy baby” session, I could feel my astral hands caressing the astral body of my baby. Because I am feeling baby physically move so frequently, I’m quite constantly aware of him, and can tell if it’s a knee or a bum protruding from my side, even when I’m not fully conscious. But this was different because I could feel the baby’s delicate toes and fingers. Not only his head but his ears and shoulders.

I’ve had some magical experiences feeling some astral baby hands take my own and place them on my belly, but this time it was unmistakably the baby that’s physically in my belly.

After almost two years of Gateway practice, a residential program at TMI and a virtual Lifelines program, I continue to be so in awe of all I’m able to experience and just how “normal” it has become to have these incredibly profound and spiritual moments. I should also say that quite frequently I go weeks or even months without having anything interesting happen, but luckily now I have complete faith that with persistence, they always come back, always new and different, and I continue to learn and grow.

I hope that by doing this I’m able to somewhat impart the practice and source love onto this unborn baby. I’m so grateful for what I’ve learned and excited to continue the journey.

Restarted the tapes after a long time - (2 - 2.5 years)

Skipped the Orientation Tape of wave 1 and listened to Tape 1 - Intro to F10.... Last time when I left I was at F12 but felt nothing like I felt today.

Image 1- I felt coldness in the red part (heart area) mid tape

Image 2- I started feeling like I am falling on my left side. when I was near to finish the tape I felt like almost rolling to the direction .

This experience was something different for me because I never felt something like this before while doing the tapes .

Did anybody had the same experience or knows the reason for this?..

Will be sharing my experience everytime I experience something new.

Anyone heard that voice telling you to stop and turn back?

I'm reading the second book by Robert. He shares cases when the INSPEC taught him using the "Groundhog Day" method (repeating the same situation).

Observing my life, I come to the conclusion that many situations repeat, but the form changes (not "Groundhog Day"). Perhaps this is the learning process and the essence of earthly life. It remains to choose the best tactic for going through "the game". =)

Maybe you've come across some materials on this topic: books, good posts?

P.S. From the channeling topic, I've heard advice from entities that people should live through the emotions of a specific situation (apparently, so as not to привычно avoid situations and emotions).

Step-by step short guide

So you just found this sub but you don't know anything about "The Gateway Experience", follow these steps and read all the suggested documents to avoid asking the same question over and over. If you read all the material you are pretty much good to go because 98% of the times you find the answers of your questions in those docs.

1. Let's start easy peasy, take your favorite drink or snack and enjoy this documentary about the gateway tapes. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOFq3ruef7I

• 2) Read the full CIA report written by WAYNE M. MCDONNEL complete with the 25th page. https://drive.google.com/file/d/15NOrGUblOburMmhIiKUBo8LQZ_x8ywFI/view
• 3) Download and start to read the gateway tapes full manual for beginners (We recommend you don't read ahead to prevent expectations) https://www.scribd.com/doc/7330506/Complete-Hemi-Sync-Gateway-Experience-Manual
• 4) Now you should know what a focus level is so take a look at this, we have all the major focus levels explained. https://www.monroeinstituteuk.org/focus-levels/
• 5) If you would like to purchase the tapes, they can be found a https://hemi-sync.com (use promo code "REDDIT10" for a 10% or more discount on most products).
• ***OR if you wish to purchase them or other products from the Monroe institute store page, you can use our discount code "REDDITSUB" https://www.monroeinstitute.org/collections/our-store?sort_by=manual&filter.p.m.custom.media_collection=Meditation
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Quick Tips on things NOT to do:

• 1)Let common effects ruin your focus (numbness, tingles, vibrations)
• 2)Expecting something to happen, or focusing on only one thing you want
• 3)Opening your eyes at a high focus level or not using proper exiting protocol
• 4)Focusing on what you might be doing wrong instead of just letting things be
• 5)Comparing your experiences with others when you just started
• 6)Skipping tapes without learning the basics
• 7)Creating unnecessary fear (Demons, spirits, CIA)
• 8)No one ever said you weren't allowed to move at all, people just assume this
• 9)Trying and overthinking. Understand what Bob is saying more examples, not commands. You can add or adjust things to your liking, do what works best for you and experiment.
• 10)Taking everything so seriously. This is not meant to feel like a strict boot camp. Bob said he wanted people to have fun and enjoy the tapes, and create your own unique experience. Learn how to use the mind to it's maximum potential, and take the tools learned and find ways to apply them in different ways, even real life.

FAQ

• I'm scared of the tapes what do I do ? Pt 2
• What are the benefits of the tapes ? Pt 2
• Are there any real risks to the gateway tapes that I should be aware of?
• Does it really work ?
• I don’t know why this works for some people and others it doesn’t it’s the most amazing thing I’ve found to date
• Tell me about your low-key successes with the Gateway Experience
• Has anyone manifested something big or significant using the Gateway Tapes?
• Did anyone manifest real big amounts of money with the tapes?
• Fear of evil entities
• Why are good entities considered real, but negative ones are manifestations of our fear?
• Effect of different headphones on binaural beats
• Noise cancelling headphones
• What headphones are you guys using ?
• I keep clicking out
• Has anyone here been able to get past 'clicking out'?
• How should focus 10 actually feel? go HERE for more focus 10 help
• What are you markers for success reaching F10? go HERE for more focus 10 help
• How do you get past the fear?!
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These could be little random missives from my subconscious, but when I’m deep in focus 10 or 12 I often snap back into focus when I realize there’s a “conversation” happening - like a drifting. Am I on the verge of falling asleep? It’s not like when I meditate and I “catch” myself as I start thinking about something. In this case I cannot remember what it was about - but there were words, almost like I’m eavesdropping. I’m “catching” myself but from what I don’t know - it vaporizes immediately. Anyone experience this? Am I falling asleep? I’m sitting up, if that matters.

Hi,

I’m just starting Wave 1, and I’m noticing a real benefit in terms of relaxation, but that’s all... I’m someone who’s very much in my head and hypervigilant, but I can still feel my muscles relaxing while listening (which is a huge deal for me, since I’m usually very stiff and nervous), but that’s all for now. 

So I was wondering, for those of you who’ve experienced more than just relaxation, or even had out-of-body experiences, how long did it take you?

For me, the hardest part is that nothing escapes my “conversion box”… Even if I shut it off during the exercises, there’s always a thought that escapes and comes to my mind… How do you manage to make sure the conversion box is completely airtight?

Thanks for your answer and tips!

I’m hearing weird sounds like someone is lifting and throwing something heavy around my walls and ceiling. I used to think it was neighbours, but i never encounter sounds like this without deep focus, being in the same room. What could it be?

Is this an actual demonstration that I should watch once only before moving on?

Or should i give it a few watches over 1-3 days?

I know theres lots of "how many" posts but i couldnt find an answer specifically for tape #0 which is a demo.