Click here for a review of The Secret of the Soul William Buhlman’s latest book The Secret of the Soul is a fresh and exciting approach to spiritual development and personal exploration. Buhlman bases this fascinating information on an international out-of-body survey that he has been conducting for the past five years. With over 16,000 responses from 32 nations there is a universal appeal to this text that no other book of this type can claim. These adventures graphically display the potential of out-of-body travel as a powerful tool for self-empowerment and personal growth. There are also at least thirty simple techniques that will assist the reader in having a spiritual experience of their own. In the first chapter, “Meetings and Messages Beyond the Body,” readers will be immediately drawn in by the variety of out-of-body encounters described by the survey participants. Buhlman explains the hidden meanings of these meetings and of the messages obtained from over two dozen experiences. Some of the compelling examples are meeting deceased loved ones, receiving messages from guides or angels and sensual experiences with non-physical beings. Buhlman’s research has shown that the first OBE that many people have occurs in early childhood and in The Secret of the Soul, he documents at least 45 childhood out-of-body experiences ranging in age from a 4-year-old to those of teenagers. It instructs parents how to react to a child's journey, provides a children's protection technique for fear reduction, and explores the developing spirituality of children who experience the vibrational state. Some of the most unique examples of spontaneous out-of-body experiences are those that occur due to intense pain, trauma, physical and mental stress, illness and other traumatic incidents as explained in “Combat and Trauma Related Experiences.” The most gripping is that of a rape victim, that although blindfolded, was able to later identify her attacker. Perhaps the most meaningful chapter of the book is “A New Vision of Death and Dying,” where Buhlman provides specific spiritual guidance. This chapter clearly demonstrates that death is not the end, but a transition of consciousness that can be guided and enhanced by yourself and your loved ones. In “Extraterrestrial Contact and Abduction” the correlation between alien contact and out-of-body travel is clearly made. Results from the authors out-of-body survey and the abduction phenomenon from John Mack's research are compared with astounding similarities. The chapter “Transformational Experiences” describes numerous life changing out-of-body adventures. This is where Buhlman has documented past life recollections, higher self-experiences, God Awareness, and the overwhelming message that we absolutely exist beyond our physical body. One of the more intriguing testimonies is that of an incarcerated survey participant that describes his spiritual adventure. According to Buhlman, there is a remarkable process to obtain a spiritual experience and the chapter titled “The Direct Path to the Soul” details the common elements of a true spiritual journey, the transition of consciousness, and responding to the trance state. With these tools, the out-of-body traveler will be prepared to make the most of the experience. The author presents detailed advice, preparation and over thirty practical techniques. With these tools the reader will have a variety of methods to seek and obtain spiritual development through out-of-body travels. These methods are illustrated with an absorbing account of an adventure that occurred as a result of the technique. Buhlman demonstrates through fear reduction techniques and spiritual protection methods how to face and overcome the potential obstacles to a successful journey. In “Challenges that Confront the Out-of-Body Explorer” there are over two dozen experiences that detail the issues that people face, and how to resolve them. One of the most significant is that of an adult male who had experienced night terrors for most of his life until he learned about OBEs. He recognized that what had been frightening him was actually a prelude to an out-of-body experience and now he embraces the very feelings that terrified him. Although most of the survey results are sprinkled throughout the earlier parts of the book, the appendix summarizes the results. There is also a follow up survey that allows the reader to participate and share their experiences. With The Secret of the Soul, William Buhlman has established himself as the definitive expert on out-of-body travel. A truly enlightening account of the out-of-body journey, along with straightforward instruction, this book will not only appeal to Buhlman’s Adventures Beyond the Body audience, but will captivate many new readers as well. Elizabeth Lambert is a freelance writer living in Bethany, Delaware. She serves on the Board of Directors for several organizations. Ms. Lambert conducts interviews with authors and writes book reviews.
Adventures Beyond the Body Dr. Raymond Moody says that Adventures Beyond the Body is "an intriguing guidebook for those who want to venture beyond the horizon of ordinary reality." The subject of out-of-body travel has long been identified with a small number of individuals who were outside traditional religions and scientific societies. In Adventures Beyond the Body, William Buhlman changes that perspective. He has brought the out-of-body experience into the mainstream community. He makes it possible for us to enjoy this experience without sacrificing our religious beliefs. In the first few chapters, William Buhlman chronicles his own early out-of-body experience with the precision of a veteran reporter. The reader is drawn into Buhlman's experience, eager to relive this journey with the author. The episodes are each framed with his thoughts on self-discovery; powerful spiritual observations that he shares with his audience. From his first thrilling out-of-body adventure to his ability to recall past lives, Buhlman keeps the reader fascinated with the potential rewards enjoyed by the out-of-body traveler. The author introduces some exciting new ideas that compare New Age thinking and New Physics theories. Extensive diagrams graphically portray scientific research published by such great minds as Fred Alan Wolf, Albert Einstein, Stephen Hawking and a dozen others. Centuries of belief in parallel worlds and energy tunnels connecting the physical with the spiritual realms are artistically depicted by William Blake and Hieronymus Bosch. This section is the verification that even the adamant skeptics cannot dispute. Once Buhlman has the reader enchanted by the prospect of out-of-body travel, he provides easy to follow techniques, questions with answers, and a clear glossary that helps to the subject. The author provides the guidance and tools needed for each of us to begin our own personal journey. The Keys to Control are especially helpful to fully "Master the Experience." Adventures Beyond the Body brings the out-of-body experience into the grasp of everyone in search of spiritual information. This is especially illustrated through the out-of-body experience of Jurassic Park author, Michael Crichton. Crichton's experience, presented in the book, exemplifies the benefits achieved through out-of-body travel. For the last fifteen years I have read every book published on the topic of out-of-body experiences and this is definitely the best. Whether you are an experienced traveler, or a curious newcomer, this book is for you. Adventures Beyond the Body is an exceptional book that will be appreciated by those who seek the truth, by those who want to explore their spiritual essence. Elizabeth Lambert is a freelance writer living in Bethany, Delaware. She serves on the Board of Directors for several organizations. Ms. Lambert conducts interviews with authors and writes book reviews. |
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