It is also possible within this lifetime to enhance the power of the mind, enabling one to reaccess memories from previous lives. Such recollection tends to be more accessible during meditative experiences in the dream state. Once one has accessed memories of previous lives in the dream state, one gradually recalls them in the waking state.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It is possible to enhance the mind to recall memories from past lives. This often happens during meditation or dreams.
- In plain terms
- You might remember past lives by practicing meditation.
- What can you take from it?
- Deep meditation may help access deeper memories or past experiences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you dream about?
- Is the mind limitless?
Another view
Past life memory is not scientifically verified.
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