A journey of the soul..

..Psychology has always fascinated me, as has spirituality.. it inspires me.. it teaches me.. it lifts my spirits when I need it most..
Lately, I’ve found myself reflecting on certain unusual, almost inexplicable "journeys"—journeys of the soul. There is a book by Isaac Newton regarding this. He suggests that at times in our current lives, we may be struck by completely unexplainable emotions that prevent us from moving forward; feelings that descend upon us out of nowhere and disrupt our daily existence. They say that through hypnosis, it is possible to return the soul to past lives and finally grasp the true origins of our present struggles.

I assume some of you are already rolling your eyes, thinking this topic is just "morning fluff," but for me, this is deeply important..
Please, share your thoughts and experiences. Have any of you ever experienced this firsthand, whether through hypnosis or something similar?..

Is there anyone in Italy!!!!! or the US who practices this?

Thank you so much.. please write back 😉

Are you talking about regression in past lives?

...I can't recall the exact terminology...
Basically, I'm talking about the potential for revisiting past lives through hypnosis...

Have you had any firsthand experience with this?

Sure, but let's skip the hypnosis. There are people out there who practice it, and honestly, some of them are actually pretty good at it.
The whole point isn't really about dwelling on past lives; it's about finding practical solutions to the problems we have right now. Pretty soon, those past lives won't even matter—they'll just be tools we use to get things done.

And that’s considered a success??

It all comes down to you and whoever is calling the shots in your life.

...give me the details, please 🙂

What does the process actually look like, who is doing it effectively, and do you have any professional connections?
You mentioned that results depend on the individual and the specific practitioner... could you elaborate on that a bit more?

Your best bet is to just Google it. There’s a massive amount of material out there, covering all sorts of topics across different forums...
You're looking for non-hypnotic regression. Honestly, I can't even give you a solid recommendation since I don't know where you're located.
For someone who has taught many people here in the States, I'm not sure if they'd want to take on more work right now, and I haven't worked with anyone else.
If you have a specific question, just ask.

Sophia Richardson2 said:...give me the details, please 🙂

What does the process actually look like, who is doing it effectively, and do you have any professional connections?
You mentioned that results depend on the individual and the specific practitioner... could you elaborate on that a bit more?

Basically, it starts by getting you into such a deep state of relaxation that your logical brain just shuts off—so you don't get stuck overthinking everything. From there, they guide you into regression, and what happens next really depends on what you experience. You might tap into things from your current life, or even past lives; honestly, there's no way to predict what you'll encounter.
The rest depends on the practitioner's technique. Some methods focus on immersing you directly into specific scenarios and emotions, while others are more about being an observer watching things unfold from the sidelines.

..once you drift back into consciousness, what actually remains? How does the sensation hit you? Do those images stick with you, or are they just something you have recorded on a reel to watch later?
They say the experience can be incredibly unsettling... does that mean those visions tend to haunt you throughout the day? Do you find yourself grappling with guilt or a sense of helplessness? ..or something else entirely?

Sophia Richardson2 said:..once you drift back into consciousness, what actually remains? How does the sensation hit you? Do those images stick with you, or are they just something you have recorded on a reel to watch later?
They say the experience can be incredibly unsettling... does that mean those visions tend to haunt you throughout the day? Do you find yourself grappling with guilt or a sense of helplessness? ..or something else entirely?

The memory stays because non-hypnotic regression happens while you're fully conscious—you're awake for the whole thing. It can definitely get uncomfortable depending on the emotions you're working through. Personally, I've done sessions where I didn't even dive into the feelings; I just sat there and observed them like a bystander.

You might feel shaken up, sure, but that's just how you'd react to any intense emotional experience. Everyone processes it differently. You won't have these random visions popping up or feel like you're being "pulled" back into it.
Obviously, you'll feel emotions, but they're still just your real, present-moment feelings. I've never had any overwhelming "aftershocks" following a session.

Anonymous said:Sure, but let's skip the hypnosis. There are people out there who practice it, and honestly, some of them are actually pretty good at it.
The whole point isn't really about dwelling on past lives; it's about finding practical solutions to the problems we have right now. Pretty soon, those past lives won't even matter—they'll just be tools we use to get things done.

There is no such thing as non-hypnotic regression. The only real difference between hypnotic and non-hypnotic regression is the label. People use different names because of general public ignorance regarding hypnosis, fueled by a bunch of urban myths picked up from movies and stage shows. You hear stories about how you don't remember anything during hypnotic regression, or how someone loses control over themselves—just more nonsense. Because of those myths, people try to categorize typical hypnotic experiences as something else entirely. Honestly, it’s not even a bad thing; otherwise, you’d waste half your time explaining what hypnosis actually is. This way, you skip the headache caused by all the misinformation attached to the term. 🙂 Again, the distinction is just semantics, not the actual process...

P.S. Everything you described beyond your own experience fits the definition of hypnosis and hypnotic regression perfectly. That part about "switching off the rational mind" and relaxing? That is essentially the definition. For instance, under American law, it's defined as "bypassing the critical factor of the mind to establish acceptable selective thought." In plain English, it’s bypassing the analytical behavior of the mind (which isn't always the same as rationalization, but that’s a semantic debate for another day) to accept certain patterns or suggestions. The person isn't unconscious—that's a common misconception—and they remain completely free to accept or reject whatever is being said. In fact, you don't even need to be relaxed, close your eyes, or do any of the usual tropes to be hypnotized. People just do those things because it feels better and meets their expectations. 😁

Then there are the various types of regression—emotional, distanced... you can hear about all of them in any hypnotherapy session.

"Non-hypnotic regression" is just a bit of nonsense. If anything, the term exists because fixed, incorrect ideas about hypnosis are so prevalent that even some well-known instructors suggest avoiding the word "hypnosis" whenever possible just to dodge those wrong associations. I suspect the term "non-hypnotic regression" was either coined for that reason or as a marketing tactic. Whoever came up with it clearly knows hypnosis well enough to know there is nothing "non-hypnotic" about it. 😁

Based on what you’re describing, hypnosis doesn't even exist. Or rather, sure, it exists, but it isn't anything special. I don't really know much about hypnosis myself, so I won't pretend to be an expert. What I am familiar with is usually called non-hypnotic regression, so that's the term I'm using.
The name clearly serves a purpose—it's meant to suggest that you stay fully conscious and remain in total control the whole time (though we both know how much control anyone actually has).
If what you're describing is what people call hypnosis, then I guess I could declare myself a legendary wizard and a grandmaster of hypnotism. Is there an even more spectacular title out there?
Honestly, if that's the case, then hypnosis is nothing more than a common myth.

Anonymous said:Based on what you’re describing, hypnosis doesn't even exist. Or rather, sure, it exists, but it isn't anything special. I don't really know much about hypnosis myself, so I won't pretend to be an expert. What I am familiar with is usually called non-hypnotic regression, so that's the term I'm using.
The name clearly serves a purpose—it's meant to suggest that you stay fully conscious and remain in total control the whole time (though we both know how much control anyone actually has).
If what you're describing is what people call hypnosis, then I guess I could declare myself a legendary wizard and a grandmaster of hypnotism. Is there an even more spectacular title out there?
Honestly, if that's the case, then hypnosis is nothing more than a common myth.

It’s basically just that. Hypnosis is nothing more than manipulating certain natural psychological mechanisms for specific ends—whether that's medical treatment or just entertainment. The whole point is to bypass the analytical mind so you can more easily plant suggestions into the subconscious or access deeper layers, like regression. It isn't actually anything special or dramatic.

Quincy:

I don't really know much about hypnosis, so I won't pretend to be an expert on it. What I am familiar with is what people call non-hypnotic regression, so that's the term I’ll stick to.

You know her because you were there (regression). 🙂

Quincy:

The name "Mindful" is intended to imply that you’re constantly aware and fully in the driver's seat—though we all know exactly how much control we actually have.

The same logic applies to hypnosis, though there’s one specific method that rarely sees clinical use and is practically unheard of in entertainment settings. It sits apart from the usual trance categories we discuss here—light, medium, deep (which you need for regression), and hypnotic coma. In this particular state, the subject maintains total control. Not only do they stay in the driver's seat, but once they hit that deepest level of coma, they lose all interest in what the therapist is saying. They feel so good that you practically have to bribe them just to get a response to your instructions. 😁 The idea that you lose consciousness during hypnosis is one of those classic myths. It’s exactly the kind of misconception people use to market "non-hypnotic" regression under a different label, when in reality, it’s just pure hypnosis. 🙂
Quincy:

If hypnosis is actually what I think you're doing, then I might as well start calling myself a grand magician or a master hypnotist. Is there anything even more spectacular I could call myself? If that's actually the case, then hypnosis is nothing more than a myth.

Hypnosis isn't some myth.
It’s like so many other things from everyday life that get dragged into fantasy worlds—movies, books, you name it—and blown way out of proportion just to crank up the drama. Real life isn't some James Bond spy thriller, it's not an elite Navy SEAL mission like Rambo, and it definitely isn't a Hollywood Ninja movie. That doesn't mean these roles don't exist; it just means they're being misrepresented for the sake of a good plot. The problem is, all that exaggeration actually ends up undermining how these concepts can be used effectively in real-world therapy.
As for those phenomena people claim hypnosis can trigger—it isn’t actually that deep. Once you bypass the analytical mind, you're basically just opening the door to any number of placebo effects. It works both ways. If you can use suggestion to induce relaxation, you can also use it to numb a part of the body, much like anesthesia. Or, if regression can bring memories back to the surface, it can just as easily be used to suppress them through amnesia. It's all just mechanics.

Sophia Richardson2 said:..Psychology has always fascinated me, as has spirituality.. it inspires me.. it teaches me.. it lifts my spirits when I need it most..
Lately, I’ve found myself reflecting on certain unusual, almost inexplicable "journeys"—journeys of the soul. There is a book by Isaac Newton regarding this. He suggests that at times in our current lives, we may be struck by completely unexplainable emotions that prevent us from moving forward; feelings that descend upon us out of nowhere and disrupt our daily existence. They say that through hypnosis, it is possible to return the soul to past lives and finally grasp the true origins of our present struggles.

I assume some of you are already rolling your eyes, thinking this topic is just "morning fluff," but for me, this is deeply important..
Please, share your thoughts and experiences. Have any of you ever experienced this firsthand, whether through hypnosis or something similar?..

Is there anyone in Italy!!!!! or the US who practices this?

Thank you so much.. please write back 😉

I've read that book myself. I would love to undergo that kind of regression—but in America, there aren't any sessions that cover more than just past lives—specifically the "life between lives" aspect—unfortunately... at least not on the Newton Institute's list.

They have them in Italy:

http://www.spiritualregression.org/

So, I was reading this book recently—*A Practical Guide to Past Life Memories* by R. Webster—and he goes into all these different ways and techniques for actually tapping into past lives. He lists out a bunch of them, too, like using dreams, certain types of meditation, even stuff about the Akashic records... there are tons of methods, so you can basically just pick whatever one feels right for you personally.

I don't think I'm quite ready for hypnosis or anything like that, but I do believe that maybe through my dreams I could catch at least little glimpses of who I used to be.

Betty Palmer8 said:I've read that book myself. I would love to undergo that kind of regression—but in America, there aren't any sessions that cover more than just past lives—specifically the "life between lives" aspect—unfortunately... at least not on the Newton Institute's list.

They have them in Italy:

http://www.spiritualregression.org/

There aren't really any "dramatic" or specialized methods out there. Anyone capable of performing a regression can do it anywhere; it's mostly a matter of whether they want to. A lot of psychiatrists will shy away from recreational past-life regressions or similar things due to professional boundaries, or they might even claim it's all just false memories. That's possible, sure, but not necessarily true—we can't know for certain.
The point is, there isn't much difference between regressing into a past life, progressing into the future, or exploring the gaps between incarnations. The method remains essentially the same. Once you achieve a sufficient level of openness to subconscious content—which isn't actually that difficult—it's pretty straightforward.

bluemason3 said:There aren't really any "dramatic" or specialized methods out there. Anyone capable of performing a regression can do it anywhere; it's mostly a matter of whether they want to. A lot of psychiatrists will shy away from recreational past-life regressions or similar things due to professional boundaries, or they might even claim it's all just false memories. That's possible, sure, but not necessarily true—we can't know for certain.
The point is, there isn't much difference between regressing into a past life, progressing into the future, or exploring the gaps between incarnations. The method remains essentially the same. Once you achieve a sufficient level of openness to subconscious content—which isn't actually that difficult—it's pretty straightforward.

I know this one guy from the Krishnamurti crowd who (supposedly) could see past lives like some psychic seeing the future—I think his name was Upananda. He used to write for that Karma magazine and popped up at a few occult expos back in the day... what's your take on that kind of thing? And do you happen to know him?

mistygull16 said:I know this one guy from the Krishnamurti crowd who (supposedly) could see past lives like some psychic seeing the future—I think his name was Upananda. He used to write for that Karma magazine and popped up at a few occult expos back in the day... what's your take on that kind of thing? And do you happen to know him?

Yeah, he was definitely in the inner circle. My own opinion of him isn't great based on some personal experience—he presents himself as an Ayurvedic practitioner, so I visited him once for some health issues. He talked a mile a minute about all sorts of things, but very little actual Ayurveda. In fact, some of his advice went directly against everything traditional Ayurveda stands for. Still, that might not be enough to form a definitive judgment.

With stories like these, there are several possibilities. A person could be lying, or they might just be lost in their own fantasy. It’s also possible they’re intuitively processing information—picking up on nonverbal cues or body language—and their brain then packages it into this mystical narrative. Of course, there's also the chance they actually see what they claim to see. To me, the only way to verify this would be to gather a group of these "seers" and have them observe the same person independently. Then, put that person through regression therapy and compare everyone's accounts to see if they align with historical facts. I have a feeling it would turn into quite a convincing circus, but maybe I'm wrong. You don't really know until you test it that way.🙂

So, what about those random flashes of memory from—let’s say—a previous life?
I'm talking about the ones that pop up without you even looking for them or wanting them to happen.
Because it definitely happens, even though I've been told it’s an incredibly rare occurrence.