Near-death experiences kill the person that you used to be | Bruce Greyson

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1. I had one and I wonder why me… When I should have died… The (I don't know what to call them) just kinda floated or drifted pass effortlessly… I was scared and I didn't want to be there.

2. I would not use a negative term as kill. I would use transform or enhance.

3. I'm a religious free agent now

4. ….A segment from 'Saved by the Light of the Buddha Within'…
   
   My new understandings of what many call 'God -The Holy Spirit' – resulting from some of the extraordinary ongoing after-effects relating to my NDE…

   Myoho-Renge-Kyo represents the identity of what some scientists are now referring to as the unified field of consciousnesses. In other words, it’s the essence of all existence and non-existence – the ultimate creative force behind planets, stars, nebulae, people, animals, trees, fish, birds, and all phenomena, manifest or latent. All matter and intelligence are simply waves or ripples manifesting to and from this core source. Consciousness (enlightenment) is itself the actual creator of everything that exists now, ever existed in the past, or will exist in the future – right down to the minutest particles of dust – each being an individual ripple or wave.
   
   The big difference between chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo and most other conventional prayers is that instead of depending on a ‘middleman’ to connect us to our state of inner enlightenment, we’re able to do it ourselves. That’s because chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo allows us to tap directly into our enlightened state by way of this self-produced sound vibration. ‘Who or What Is God?’ If we compare the concept of God being a separate entity that is forever watching down on us, to the teachings of Nichiren, it makes more sense to me that the true omnipotence, omniscience and omnipresence of what most people perceive to be God, is the fantastic state of enlightenment that exists within each of us. Some say that God is an entity that’s beyond physical matter – I think that the vast amount of information continuously being conveyed via electromagnetic waves in today’s world gives us proof of how an invisible state of God could indeed exist.
   
   For example, it’s now widely known that specific data relayed by way of electromagnetic waves has the potential to help bring about extraordinary and powerful effects – including an instant global awareness of something or a mass emotional reaction. It’s also common knowledge that these invisible waves can easily be used to detonate a bomb or to enable NASA to control the movements of a robot as far away as the Moon or Mars – none of which is possible without a receiver to decode the information that’s being transmitted. Without the receiver, the data would remain impotent. In a very similar way, we need to have our own ‘receiver’ switched on so that we can activate a clear and precise understanding of our own life, all other life and what everything else in existence is.
   
   Chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo each day helps us to achieve this because it allows us to reach the core of our enlightenment and keep it switched on. That’s because Myoho-Renge-Kyo represents the identity of what scientists now refer to as the unified field of consciousnesses. To break it down – Myoho represents the Law of manifestation and latency (Nature) and consists of two alternating states. For example, the state of Myo is where everything in life that’s not obvious to us exists – including our stored memories when we’re not thinking about them – our hidden potential and inner emotions whenever they’re dormant – our desires, our fears, our wisdom, happiness, karma – and more importantly, our enlightenment.
   
   The other state, ho, is where everything in Life exists whenever it becomes evident to us, such as when a thought pops up from within our memory – whenever we experience or express our emotions – or whenever a good or bad cause manifests as an effect from our karma. When anything becomes apparent, it merely means that it’s come out of the state of Myo (dormancy/latency) and into a state of ho (manifestation). It’s the difference between consciousness and unconsciousness, being awake or asleep, or knowing and not knowing.
   
   The second law – Renge – Ren meaning cause and ge meaning effect, governs and controls the functions of Myoho – these two laws of Myoho and Renge, not only function together simultaneously but also underlies all spiritual and physical existence.
   
   The final and third part of the tri-combination – Kyo, is the Law that allows Myoho to integrate with Renge – or vice versa. It’s the great, invisible thread of energy that fuses and connects all Life and matter – as well as the past, present and future. It’s also sometimes termed the Universal Law of Communication – perhaps it could even be compared with the string theory that many scientists now suspect exists.
   
   Just as the cells in our body, our thoughts, feelings and everything else is continually fluctuating within us – all that exists in the world around us and beyond is also in a constant state of flux – constantly controlled by these three fundamental laws. In fact, more things are going back and forth between the two states of Myo and ho in a single moment than it would ever be possible to calculate or describe. And it doesn’t matter how big or small, famous or trivial anything or anyone may appear to be, everything that’s ever existed in the past, exists now or will exist in the future, exists only because of the workings of the Laws ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’ – the basis of the four fundamental forces, and if they didn’t function, neither we nor anything else could go on existing. That’s because all forms of existence, including the seasons, day, night, birth, death and so on, are moving forward in an ongoing flow of continuation – rhythmically reverting back and forth between the two fundamental states of Myo and ho in absolute accordance with Renge – and by way of Kyo. Even stars are dying and being reborn under the workings of what the combination ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’ represents. Nam, or Namu – which mean the same thing, are vibrational passwords or keys that allow us to reach deep into our life and fuse with or become one with ‘Myoho-Renge-Kyo’.
   
   On a more personal level, nothing ever happens by chance or coincidence, it’s the causes that we’ve made in our past, or are presently making, that determine how these laws function uniquely in each of our lives – as well as the environment from moment to moment. By facing east, in harmony with the direction that the Earth is spinning, and chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo for a minimum of, let’s say, ten minutes daily to start with, any of us can experience actual proof of its positive effects in our lives – even if it only makes us feel good on the inside, there will be a definite positive effect. That’s because we’re able to pierce through the thickest layers of our karma and activate our inherent Buddha Nature (our enlightened state). By so doing, we’re then able to bring forth the wisdom and good fortune that we need to challenge, overcome and change our adverse circumstances – turn them into positive ones – or manifest and gain even greater fulfilment in our daily lives from our accumulated good karma. This also allows us to bring forth the wisdom that can free us from the ignorance and stupidity that’s preventing us from accepting and being proud of the person that we indeed are – regardless of our race, colour, gender or sexuality. We’re also able to see and understand our circumstances and the environment far more clearly, as well as attract and connect with any needed external beneficial forces and situations. As I’ve already mentioned, everything is subject to the law of Cause and Effect – the ‘actual-proof-strength’ resulting from chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo always depends on our determination, sincerity and dedication.
   
   For example, the levels of difference could be compared to making a sound on a piano, creating a melody, producing a great song, and so on. Something else that’s very important to always respect and acknowledge is that the Law (or if you prefer God) is in everyone and everything.

   NB: There are frightening and disturbing sounds, and there are tranquil and relaxing sounds. It’s the emotional result of any noise or sound that can trigger off a mood or even instantly change one. When chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo each day, we are producing a sound vibration that’s the password to our true inner-self – this soon becomes apparent when you start reassessing your views on various things – such as your fears and desires etc. The best way to get the desired result when chanting is not to view things conventionally – rather than reaching out to an external source, we need to reach into our own lives and bring our needs and desires to fruition from within – including the good fortune and strength to achieve any help that we may need. Chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo also reaches out externally and draws us towards, or draws towards us, what we need to make us happy from our environment. For example, it helps us to be in the right place at the right time – to make better choices and decisions and so forth. We need to think of it as a seed within us that we’re watering and bringing sunshine to for it to grow, blossom and bring forth fruit or flowers. It’s also important to understand that everything we need in life, including the answer to every question and the potential to achieve every dream, already exists within us.

5. I didn't had NDE but very sensitive person and relate to you all.

6. The NDE that I had changed me drastically. It was in 2008 and it is true that it changes you totally. Very interesting video, I learned a few things.

7. This is not what I thought I'd hear. My experience didn't really change my beliefs or values all that much. It just made me more aggressive and more starving for life. I didn't feel as afraid of death but I wanted to live more and it really got me out of a state of depression and lethargy.

8. I believe it is a afterlife after when we die

9. Hi I'm also that one living , life after death . It's different from the past life i have lived in, ,

10. Jesus is real. The Holy Spirit is what communicates Love and Life to us after Jesus ascension to Heaven. 3 is the number. The Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit

11. Big Think: FASCINATING, IMPORTANT, INTERESTING!

12. Dios está hablando a la humanidad a través de cada persona que regresa de una ECM para corregir tantos mitos , fábulas , tradiciones , cultos todos ellos limitados , teníamos que llegar a este punto crucial en el que la ciencia ha despertado del sueño materialista , ahora el gran problema siento lo representan las religiones oficiales pues no van a dejar que sus agremiados escapen tan fácil de su control de miedo , para ellos un Dios de amor infinito , que no juzga ni condena representa su derrocamiento.

13. 4:40 the comment is incorrect. I am able to induce a NDE with plant based medicine. It takes years of practice

14. This guy is totally right I suffered a NDE I feel completely changed 3 years later.. I feel less depressed about the world and religion I took a different view of it.. every religion is right but you have to let go of the control and focus on being here what you have. I never thought of what life was going to be after I had a nde I did a psydellic drug way a safe drug that won’t permenantly destroy brain tissue. After my heart stopped I felt the light and left my body. I was left in the dark and cold confusion but after I felt warm and loved by light beings I think there intelligent people I felt they were family or something like that. They were loving and I felt there was a purpose to be there. I was focused on my next life when I had a opportunity for something much greater something like a premonition that would be my best interest. I was confused but everything in my moment is happening now. I’m not afraid of death anymore I embraced and there were times where I wanted to end my life several times after that but something inside me said don’t and idk what it is.. because it’s not my time for many years from now, I have to live this life out for a purpose and I asked will I have cancer or some illness after this experience, they told me no you’ll live a perfectly healthy life and when your time comes you’ll die In your sleep sometime in your late 80s. I had a choice go back and accomplish what you have to do? Or live the next life that wouldn’t want to be the choice I want. I chose to comeback no love ones asked but I chose bc I had a mission .. I’m not clear on the mission but in time I’ll understand why.

15. I was in the hospital when I first got diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver Almost drunk myself to death .. They strapped a machine to my head to help me breathe and i think I stopped breathing I blinked into a place that seemed like the further and a black phantom had its hands on me then suddenly I gasped for air and snapped back into my reality .. I decided to stop eating meat except for sardines because I can grasp what its like to pass into death

16. The same thing happened to me. I became a better version of myself. I was able to express and share
    My love with others that I could not do before. I was aware that I knew things about someone I just met
    That would have taken a lifetime to know. I was definitely different: even though I felt God's love and I missed God very much. I came back because of my kids. They needed me for their growth and I needed them. I didn't know it at the time that my mother is a narcissist a borderline personality disorder narcissist. " I never had a diagnosis for her. I knew she was a control freak and was always doing things
    Like power plays to force me to do it her way. I was tired of it and I wanted my life without her interference
    It was a horrible battle. Before my NDE I was browbeat to give her pictures of my don
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17. My NDE just left me with PTSD and cognitive issues.

18. I know narcissism is a buzzword right now but it is a legitimate personality disorder. Very hard to overcome. Most narcissists r stuck in their bad behavior for a lifetime w/ no desire to change. That being said, have you or anyone you know been diagnosed with a personality disorder prior to having a NDE? Were u/they a changed person?? I would think meeting the most high would put u in line. Lol Did it shift ur/their perception of reality?

19. It's amazing that if no one told you which you were hearing about, it would be IMPOSSIBLE to guess if you were listening to a nde, or a breakthrough dmt trip. They are EXACTLY the same. . Only one of them you can experience at will.

    There Dr that says attempts to recreate it is 100% wrong.. DMT.

20. Nice overview of near death experiences thank you! 😊🙏

21. Shut up and let the people who went through it talk

22. Exactly! I had it and I have completely different views and perspective on life am like I know the answer for every single happening in my life . I had a complete beautiful death,
    Im against all the beLIEfe system becus every one has a LiE in it.
    Thanks
    Greetings from Iran.

23. Thank you Bruce for doing your best to help bring the Light into this world.

24. Had one this morning during my 4th Ketamine treatment.. my mind felt completely detached from my body.. I was walking in a dark forest, with wolves.. then things started to spin.. everything became read and I headed towards the gates of hell… a demon started to pull me in but I crushed his head with my bare hands and say never again will I ever get close to this gate.. the rest of the experience was light.. I was floating.. seeing random people, telling them to come to me and felt completed detached from life in general. Still trying to process all of this 🙂

25. A near death experience is a way to humble one self. Or it might just take a disease, illness sickness, etc. Is as if God's way of teaching you by discipline and how to humble one self by not allowing self ego, pride, proud, haughty arrogance, ignorance, pretentiousness, cockiness, conceitedness, etc. Take you over drive by control when life is good then is good but when life is bad then it's bad. I've been there done that. This had me think not once but twice about life, time, health, wealth, earth, etc. Because I may never ever know if I get to be here still alive or not. Point is, just be grateful that you are still.alive not RIP nor MIA. 🕯🌼🕊

26. i had an NDE in 2004 and it changed me and the way that I think and behave completely to the point that I am totally appalled at the person I once was but even now do not quite know who I am now as the difference is so immense even though I am a much better and positive person it does sometimes feel that I have some kind of internal split personality. Harmless I feel but odd!

27. I had the NDE experience without having died. I had a “visitation” of the Light (light/love) and then an encounter with a Light Being that transmitted this message, “There is no judgment, only unconditional love.” I was then given a super shot of this unconditional love. I could never explain this light/love. It was certainly not anything I had been taught or knew anything about. I was about 24. All this happened in the middle of the day while I was wide awake.

    It is such a comfort to hear about NDEs as these people are the only ones who understand this loving light. It’s nothing like normal daylight. It’s love and it completely surrounds you.

    I’m looking forward to reading your book.

28. ive almost died several times in my life. i had an out of body experience when i was 4 ive been in 2 comas had 24 mini strokes some day ill write about it

29. I've spent years trying to explain what i experienced! Finally someone summed up my frustrations, thank you.

30. Life is more frightening to me

31. “These attempts have not been successful”… I disagree

32. My NDE made me to be conscious of time n to let me nothing matters 'most in this life.Everything is temporary n should never be held too close including kids or spouse. That's the new me

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