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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.

Tenzin Gyatso#14

Attribution disputed; shown as originally published.

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What does it mean?
Past life memories can be accessed through enhanced mind power, especially in dreams.
In plain terms
You might recall past lives through deep meditation and dreams.
What can you take from it?
Deep meditation may unlock past memories.

Where it applies

  • meditation retreat
  • sleep study
  • self exploration

Putting it to work

  • meditate deeply
  • keep dream journal
  • focus mind

Questions to consider

  • What is my mind capable of?
  • How do I explore deep states?

Another view

Scientific validation for past life memories remains limited.

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