“Soul Travel transcends astral or
mind travel, and rote prayer,
elevating one into profound
spiritual areas. Whenever Soul
reaches the far orbits of the
inner planes through Soul
Travel, the human heart opens
to God’s all-consuming love.”
In this article, you’ll discover:
- Soul Travel is a natural ability to explore your inner worlds beyond the physical realm.
- Soul Travel can take the form of a dramatic out of body experience (OBE) or as subtle expansions of consciousness.
- A real-life story of a Soul Travel experience that began in a dream and led to a reunion with a departed loved one.
The Limitless Abilities of Soul—the Real You
Many people are curious about out of body experiences (OBE)—those moments when awareness seems to move beyond the physical body. In Eᴄᴋᴀɴᴋᴀʀ, this experience is known more broadly as Soul Travel, the natural ability of Soul—the real You—to explore life beyond the limits of the physical world. As Soul you are eternal, unlimited, wise, and free.
As your consciousness unfolds, life around and within you will fill with more love, self-direction, and certainty.
With Soul Travel, you can move into a higher state of consciousness and experience the love and freedom that is your birthright.
Have You Experienced Any of These Forms of Soul Travel?
Soul Travel may happen as a dramatic out of body experience or even a gentle expansion of awareness. It could take the form of a welcome shift in attitude, getting an answer that comes out of the blue, or being in the flow of a creative activity. When you experience these higher viewpoints, you gain fresh perspectives, creative solutions to challenges, and personal keys to spiritual adventure.
Watch the video where Sri Doug Kunin, the spiritual leader of Eᴄᴋᴀɴᴋᴀʀ, shares a first-hand Soul Travel adventure.
“Soul Travel is simply expansion of consciousness.
It can be an out of body experience or a near death experience. Yet, the more natural way is a gradual expansion of consciousness that affects the way we live life. Our awareness band expands.”
—Sri Doug Kunin, spiritual leader of Eᴄᴋᴀɴᴋᴀʀ
Discovering the Practical Benefits of Soul Travel
Soul Travel is an expansion of consciousness that can be used in every aspect of daily life.
For instance, Soul Travel was used by Fred and his wife when they were in the midst of a time-sensitive move from Germany to Canada.
Fred wasn’t an ECKist, but his wife was. He told of an experience that convinced him there was something to Eᴄᴋᴀɴᴋᴀʀ, HU, Soul Travel, and the Spiritual Eye.
One year, Fred and his wife traveled from Canada back to Germany to pack up her belongings and ship them home. His wife asked Fred to handle everything in the office—pack the files, papers, and supplies into boxes marked “Office.” Fred did exactly that, stacking box after box in a room already crowded with packed belongings.
Later, his wife realized an important file was missing. Fred and his wife pulled boxes down and looked. But they could not find the file. The night before the movers were due to arrive, they were exhausted and out of options.
“I know how we can find it,” his wife said. “Let’s sit down and do a contemplation.”
She asked Fred to sing HU, the ancient name for God, and place his attention at the Spiritual Eye. Though skeptical, he agreed.
As they sang HU together, Fred felt a gentle pressure at the Spiritual Eye. Then, as clearly as if he were looking at a projected image, he saw the exact box they needed—the row, the location, even where it sat among the stack.
When the contemplation ended, he confidently led his wife to the spot. They dug out the box, and Fred told her the file would be upside down inside. Sure enough, there it was—the very file they had been searching for.
Both were amazed. Fred first tried to explain it away as something stored in his subconscious mind. But when his wife reminded him, he realized he had never opened the file or even known what it looked like.
The experience stayed with Fred. It made him wonder if there really was something to what his wife had been telling him about HU, the Spiritual Eye, and Soul Travel—the ability of Soul to gain knowledge and experience beyond the limits of the physical senses.
What are the Benefits of Having a Soul Travel Experience?
1. A Direct Experience with the Divine
Soul Travel allows you to directly experience the wonders of Divine Spirit and your natural abilities as Soul. These moments can bring a deep sense of love, connection, and understanding.
2. A Greater Understanding of Life
You can experience sights and sounds of the heavenly worlds not before seen or depicted in the physical world! Your inner senses perceive spiritual realities that reveal the rich tapestry of divine creation. These experiences accelerate your inner growth.
3. Insight and Guidance for Challenges
Soul Travel illuminates the inner wisdom already with you. Find answers to situations you face in your daily life.
4. Freedom from Fear
As awareness expands, fear of the unknown fades. This includes the fear of death. You gain proof for yourself that life continues beyond the physical body.
“I had my first conscious Soul Travel experience with the Light and Sound. I felt such peace and joy there are no words to describe it. I felt complete freedom, and the Light was so bright I felt I became the Light. I could actually feel waves of love fill my entire being.”
—AW
Transformation and Divine Love
Soul travel transcends astral or mind travel, and rote prayer, elevating one into profound spiritual areas. Whenever Soul reaches the far orbits of the inner planes through Soul Travel, the human heart opens to God’s all-consuming love.
Would You Like to Have a Soul Travel Experience?
ECKANKAR offers many forms of spiritual exercises to begin your exploration, and you can begin tonight!
Spiritual Exercise: A Gateway to Soul Travel
If you want to learn to Soul Travel, try this technique tonight.
- Before sleep, close your eyes and place your attention on the Spiritual Eye. It’s right above and between the eyebrows. The Spiritual Eye is an inner window, a door, a gateway to raising your spiritual vibrations.
- Then sing HU (sounds like the word hue). Let the sound fill your heart with a gentle wave of peace.
- Now, eyes still closed, look into the Spiritual Eye for the holy person who is your ideal, whether Christ or an ECK Master. In a gentle voice say, “I give you permission to take me to the best place for my spiritual good.”
- Continue to chant HU, God, or some other holy word right for you.
- Now, see yourself in a familiar place, like a special room in your home. Know that the guide who comes is a dear, longstanding friend. How do you greet each other?
Do this session five or six times over as many days.
TIP: As you practice this exercise, your experiences may come as a vivid dream, an inner vision, a deep sense of peace, or a greater awareness of Divine Love. Have a journal nearby to record any insights upon waking. With regular practice, you’ll become more aware of the inner worlds and your Soul Travel experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a difference between Soul Travel and an out of body experience?
An out of body experience is a form of Soul Travel. Yet Soul Travel brings a wider range of inner experiences. Your spiritual growth then becomes a tapestry of exquisite beauty and value. You become a conscious spiritual explorer.
Can anyone learn Soul Travel?
Yes! Soul Travel is a natural ability available to everyone with gentle effort and consistency.
How can I prepare to have a Soul Travel experience?
You can practice one of the spiritual exercises of ECK that expands awareness and opens the heart—such as chanting HU, a form of spiritual meditation. This prepares your consciousness for Soul Travel. Who knows, you may have immediate success!
