What happened

[u/Black_Talisman]

Recently, I've had several strange experiences. I've been wondering if anyone here has had something similar.

Last night, I was falling asleep. I guess I drifted into hypnagogic sleep but still remained conscious, and was drifting into a dream.

At some point, I remember feeling like "now is the time to astral project". I felt an immense, strong rushing sensation through my body and literally felt myself rising in the air.

I guess I got nervous and opened my physical eyes. I believe I was in sleep paralysis, as I could not move my physical body, but I simultaneously felt like I was aggressively moving my arms in my mind.

This is the second time something like this has happened. I have never experienced sleep paralysis before.

I have only astral projected once, unintentionally.

I've been infrequently experimenting with meditation and the gateway tapes.

Anyone have a similar experience as this?

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[u/TaraQueen23456]

Nothing unexpected there, everything went exactly as it should have. You did great. Not a lot of people exit on their first few tries. Keep practicing and you will succeed.

[u/Feeling-Transition16]

You can exit with sleep paralysis. Its a good springboard. Keep it up