Astral projection, also known as astral travel, is a phenomenon in which a person's consciousness or spirit appears to leave their physical body and travel to other realms or dimensions. This experience is often described as an "out-of-body" experience, as the person feels as though they are observing their physical body from a separate location.
The concept of astral projection has been present in many cultures throughout history, and it is often associated with spiritual or mystical experiences. Some people believe that astral projection is a real phenomenon, while others consider it to be a form of lucid dreaming or a product of the imagination.
Many techniques have been developed to induce astral projection, such as meditation, visualization, and lucid dreaming. Some people report experiencing astral projection spontaneously, often during times of intense emotional or spiritual experiences.
Despite its popularity in certain spiritual and new age communities, mainstream science or medicine does not widely accept or recognize astral projection. While there are anecdotal reports of people experiencing astral projection, there is little scientific evidence to support the existence of this phenomenon.