Theresa in her phosphene visions We can find descriptions of imaginative visions and light experiences throughout The Life of Teresa of Jesus, but here are some key areas to focus on, based on close reading of the text: Chapter 28: This chapter describes visions of Christ, including His hands and face, and the beauty of … Continue reading The Life of Teresa of Jesus and visions based on phosphenes
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Ancient Echoes: Phosphenes in Stone
It was during a recent deep dive into an old, leather-bound, 20-volume series titled Historia Universal de Guilherme Oncken – a magnificent 19th-century universal history – that I stumbled upon a truly thrilling discovery. On page 15 of Volume 2, illustrating the "Sepulchre of Midas," I found not a burial mound as I might have … Continue reading Ancient Echoes: Phosphenes in Stone
Frequently Asked Questions About Phosphenes
Understanding the Light Behind Your Closed Eyes GENERAL QUESTIONS What are phosphenes?Phosphenes are spontaneous light phenomena that appear without external visual input. They can look like sparks, swirling colors, geometric patterns, or fields of glowing light—often seen with closed eyes or in darkness. These visuals are generated by the visual system itself, especially the retina … Continue reading Frequently Asked Questions About Phosphenes
The Lion Position while engaging in the blue sky staring meditation
In order to go the dzochgen quick recognition path, some meditations have been delivered by the ancient ones. One is the lion's pose. Some details about this amazing phosphene meditation. Building on my understanding of the effortless path in Dzogchen, I've come to appreciate the profound significance of its sky-gazing practices, which aren't about forcing … Continue reading The Lion Position while engaging in the blue sky staring meditation
Da Lam or the Way of the Arrow
Discovering the concept of the "Da' Lam," this mystic "arrow way," has been an incredible revelation for me. It feels like uncovering an ancient map that perfectly aligns with my own journey. What immediately struck me was how this direct, unmediated path resonates so deeply with my experience of phosphenes—particularly their effortless appearance. I've seen … Continue reading Da Lam or the Way of the Arrow
Seeing Your Own Essence in the Blue Sky
I start with a qoute: On the side of a mountain in the great Himalayas, there sits a yogi in a meditation pose. Surrounded by a stunning panorama of snow-capped peaks, he meditates by gazing into the deep blue of the cloudless Tibetan skies. Present yet relaxed, he holds his posture and gaze without moving, … Continue reading Seeing Your Own Essence in the Blue Sky
Public Data to go with the paper: Human-AI Collaboration in Academic Writing: towards a Synergy Model and A Case to Include AI as a Co-Author
Here is a source document to go with the publication - the paper can be accessed "Human-AI Collaboration in Academic Writing: towards a Synergy Model and A Case to Include AI as a Co-Author" at https://osf.io/preprints/psyarxiv/snq4e_v1 Interaction Log for the Phosphene Experience PaperDownload
Gyoki’s Secret Cave – Were the Five Hundred Arhats Phosphene Visions from the Ultrasubjective Hyperspace?
For centuries, the legend of the Japanese monk Gyoki (668–749 CE) has captivated spiritual seekers and historians alike. Renowned as a heroic figure who constructed bridges, roads, and helped spread Buddhism among common people, Gyoki's retreat into the caves of Mifuneyama stands as one of the most intriguing episodes of his life. According to tradition, … Continue reading Gyoki’s Secret Cave – Were the Five Hundred Arhats Phosphene Visions from the Ultrasubjective Hyperspace?
Our New Book on the Emerald Tablet and how to read it via our own path of the Yoga of the Inner Light!
Illuminating the Emerald Tablet offers a revolutionary reading of one of the most mysterious spiritual texts of all time — the Emerald Tablet of Hermes Trismegistus. But this is not a symbolic or scholarly interpretation. It is a direct, experiential recognition, grounded in the ancient yet accessible path of the Yoga of the Inner Light. Drawing … Continue reading Our New Book on the Emerald Tablet and how to read it via our own path of the Yoga of the Inner Light!
Awakening the Inner Light, going beyond mindfulness — A Phosphene Question and Answer list
Mindfulness is everywhere these days. Apps tell us to “just breathe,” courses teach us to sit still and focus on our breath, and we’re told that this is the path to inner peace. But here’s a simple question: Is that all there is? For many of us, the answer is quietly becoming clear: no. While … Continue reading Awakening the Inner Light, going beyond mindfulness — A Phosphene Question and Answer list
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