Near Death Experiences

[Schutzengel]

Has anyone experienced changed attitudes to life, following a near death experience. Any comments appreciated.

[MsEVP]

Hi Schutzengel, I`m hoping that you`ll get a proper response to this although I doubt it.

I know they`re not the same but I`ve had 3 OOBE`s and they weren`t life-changing because I was expecting them. I did get exhilarated, of course, and it did make me pretty sure that the consciousness can be moved to outside the body.

Sorry for butting in!

[Jafi]

I've never had an NDE myself, but have read a couple of books on the suject.

Most seem to state that most NDE'rs have no fear of death whatsoever and many have been known to take up dangerous sports such as sky diving, absailing etc...

It's a subject that truly fascinates me and certainly gives you food for thought.

[Jafi]

one other thing that studies into NDE says that most NDE'rs can't wear a watch as it just seems to stop. I know it's not a life changing experience just another strange phenomena.

[terambulan]

Had an OBE and was met at the dark tunnel by an uncle. Beyond, in the bright space were welcoming/friendly faces.

Am not afraid of death. My OH died 15m ago and hasn't re-appeared tho' I've tried to contact thru thought.

Result: am more appreciative and caring of family/relations/friends. And more aware of 'life's fragility'. My motto: if asked - you're needed, and being needed prolongs life.

[Schutzengel]

Terambulan,
So sorry to hear you lost your other half. Am curious to know what happened to bring about your OBE, as the light at the end of a tunnel, seeing indistinct or unrecognisable people, and a feeling of great calm, is often mentioned by people who have had a near death experience, such as momentarily dying during an operation and being successfully rescusitated. They also state categorically that they are no longer afraid of death. It is interesting that you mention being more aware of the fragility of life, and appreciating family and friends more, which seems to indicate changed attitudes and contentment, which is something else that people who have had NDE's mention. Thank you for your reply, and thank you to everyone else who posted a reply.

[Schutzengel]

Doc. Spock,
What a good answer. A little light diversion is good for the soul. I do hope your hangovers are not too severe, and that you enjoyed what caused them.

[smudge]

Doc - I know you're trying to be 'comical' again, but why do you feel the need to do it on threads such as this, spoiling it for others - also when someone has written that they've sadly lost their partner?

Very sorry to hear that teram & wish you well....

[Jafi]

terambulan take no notice, some folks haven't the maturity to realise we're all different and share different beliefs and views.

I'm sorry to hear of your loss.

[rojash]

Well I'm disappointed to find that I'm not unique. I had an NDE some years ago, and no longer fear death, but I didn't realise that was a common result.

Have you ever been to a really good party - so good that nobody wanted to leave? Eventually you are tired and bored, but you are still reluctant to leave, whereas all the sensible people left as soon as it had peaked. Well, that's how I feel about life - better to get out before you get bored.

[naomi24]

I've never experienced this, but I know people who say they have had out of body experiences, and since I know them well, I have no reason to disbelieve them.

Terambulan, I'm so sorry for your loss. x

Rojash, I find that very sad. May I ask why you feel like that? If you'd rather not answer, then please don't.

[Jugglering]

I don't find Rojash's answer sad at all..... sounds like the sort of response I wish I'd made... We only have one try at this living on earth lark... so why prolong it when it's become boring or painful? If I was in pain or living a life with no quality, I would rather be released out of my misery.

[jen78]

Not a proper one but a couple of experiences.

I got something stuck in my throat once and couldn't shift it for a while, had run into some loos to try and cough it out and actually did see part of my life flash before my eyes.

Another time, I was taken into hospital by ambulance with pnumonia. I had periods where I just didn't seem to breathe but just felt so peaceful and calm with it, I remember thinking that if this is what it was like to die then it wasn't so bad.

The latter really did help me when I was with my nan when she passed away. She had pnumonia and although it is awful to see the harsh breathing, I remembered how I felt and hoped it was the same for her, just calm and peaceful but still aware, knowing we were all there with her.

I was cuddling her and although unconscious, a tear rolled down her cheek then she took one last breath and passed away.

[naomi24]

Juggerling, if people are in pain, for any reason, I find that sad. I would agree with you wholeheartedly in some circumstances, but we don't know what rojash is suffering. Perhaps it can be healed.

[sara3]

hug for ((((jen))))

rojash, you can always talk about stuff on here. you'll get a few monkeys replying but most of us really do care x

[MsEVP]

Juggerling:

"we only have one try at living on this earth lark"

You say this with such certainty. Are you absolutely sure about this statement?

[The Sherman]

Did you know scientists can now give you an out of body experience?

there was a link on the bbc about how they could give you one but I cant find it now

[Stormrush]

I know its not the same but i suffer from sleep paralysis and hypagognic hallucinations and i am not positive but i am sure that it feels like an OBE.... i can even tell myself which room to go into, am i blessed or just mad???!!!

[terambulan]

rojash - The grief the living feel for the departed should not be taken lightly. Bereavement is easier when the demised suffered ill-health.

Many other forms of bereavement, ie suicide/murder/accident cause pain to the following generations.

[pips1]

Actually I have found this thread to be quite comforting in a way as I am scared of dying, only because I just have a feeling it's not going to be an easy one for me. My friend said I shouldn't think this way as you can make things happen if you think about it too much, but I just seem to be one of those people!