The Luciferian Research Society Podcast: Episode 003 – Lucid Dreaming and Astral Projection

Release Date: October 1, 2010

Introduction

In the third installment of The Luciferian Research Society Podcast, host Jeremy Crow delves deep into the realms of dreamwork, lucid dreaming, and astral projection. This episode not only elucidates foundational concepts and techniques but also features personal anecdotes, member contributions, and an insightful interview with special guest Edward O'Toole.

Understanding Waking Experience vs. Dreaming

Jeremy Crow begins by establishing a clear distinction between waking consciousness and dreaming. He introduces the concept of the "hologram generator," a metaphor for how our brains process sensory information to create our perceived reality.

• Waking Experience: Crow explains that when awake, our senses gather data about the external world, which the brain then interprets into a multi-sensory experience or "hologram." This subjective universe is a model of the objective reality we cannot experience directly.

  "When you're awake, you're experiencing the world through your senses... It's all being generated in your brain."
  — Jeremy Crow [02:15]

• Dreaming: In contrast, dreaming involves the hologram generator utilizing internal information—memories, emotions, and subconscious thoughts—to create a fully subjective universe.

  "When you're in a dream, you're experiencing a fully subjective universe being generated by this hologram generator in your brain."
  — Jeremy Crow [04:05]

Crow also touches upon deep, dreamless sleep, noting that consciousness exists even when the hologram generator is inactive, though most are not aware of it.

The Importance of Dream Journaling and Dream Recall

A pivotal segment of the episode emphasizes the significance of maintaining a dream journal. Crow advocates for this practice as a means to enhance dream recall and identify recurring patterns that can facilitate lucid dreaming.

• Enhancing Dream Recall: By consistently recording dreams, individuals send a message to their brains that remembering dreams is valuable, thereby improving recall.

  "Keeping a dream journal... it does send a message to your brain that remembering dreams is important."
  — Jeremy Crow [06:10]

• Identifying Patterns: Recognizing recurring themes or symbols in dreams enables practitioners to perform state tests within their dreams, increasing the likelihood of achieving lucidity.

  "If I hadn't kept the dream journal, I may not have recognized that pattern in my dreams."
  — Jeremy Crow [07:15]

Techniques for Achieving Lucid Dreaming

Crow outlines several methodologies to attain lucid dreams, where one becomes aware of dreaming while still within the dream state.

• State Testing: Conscious efforts to determine whether one is awake or dreaming, such as reading text twice or observing digital displays, which often appear distorted in dreams.

  "One really popular method of doing a state test is to try and read a piece of text twice."
  — Jeremy Crow [07:35]

• Contemplating the Dreamlike Nature of Reality: By constantly questioning the nature of reality during waking hours, individuals train their minds to recognize when they are dreaming.

  "Another way that you can increase the level of awareness within a dream is to contemplate the dreamlike nature of waking experience."
  — Jeremy Crow [10:20]

• Stabilizing Lucid Dreams: Techniques such as spinning around immediately upon realizing one is dreaming help maintain lucidity and prevent awakening.

  "The trick is to start spinning immediately. As soon as you realize that you're dreaming, just spin around and around and around in a circle."
  — Jeremy Crow [12:50]

Crow shares his personal challenges, such as the tendency to wake up upon achieving lucidity, and how persistence and practice can lead to more sustained lucid dreams.

Exploring Astral Projection and Out-of-Body Experiences

Transitioning from lucid dreaming, Crow delves into astral projection, equating it with lucid dreaming but highlighting the intentional shift from a waking state.

• Defining Astral Projection: Crow describes it as consciously exiting the physical body to explore the astral planes, similar to lucid dreaming but initiated directly from consciousness.

  "I found no difference between the astral projection state and the lucid dreaming state whatsoever. They felt, acted, and operated in exactly the same way."
  — Jeremy Crow [14:10]

• Techniques for Astral Projection: He references Dr. Stephen LaBarge's "WILD" (Wake-Induced Lucid Dream) technique, which involves deep relaxation and intense visualization to transition into an astral state.

  "Relax your body very deeply... Imagine this so intensely... your consciousness will transfer over into that imagined body."
  — Jeremy Crow [16:45]

Crow encourages listeners to join the Astral Projection and Dream Work group within the Luciferian Research Society for further discussion and practice.

Personal Dream Experiences

Personal narratives serve to illustrate the profound impact of lucid dreaming and astral projection.

• Jeremy Crow’s Lucid Dream: Crow recounts a vivid dream where he converses with a friend and realizes the shared consciousness within the dreamscape, leading to a transformative understanding of interconnectedness.

  "And I woke up in that state. And all day... how everybody that I'm encountering... is an aspect of me."
  — Jeremy Crow [18:05]

• Flying Dream: Another anecdote involves Crow’s attempt to fly within a lucid dream, experimenting with manipulating the dream environment and the challenges encountered.

  "I was flying around... I decided to just dive bomb the ground... I couldn't feel any kind of resistance at all."
  — Jeremy Crow [20:14]

Music Contributions

The episode features musical segments contributed by members of the Luciferian Research Society.

• Mad Box by Popeye X: Introduced at the beginning and linked on the enhanced version of the podcast.

  "At the opening of this show, you heard 'Mad Box' by Popeye X, a member of the LRS."
  — Jeremy Crow [21:35]

• Song by Matt Card: Played towards the end, with acknowledgment to the artist.

  "Here's a song by Matt Card. Sam Ram."
  — Jeremy Crow [42:07]

Interview with Edward O'Toole

A substantial portion of the episode is dedicated to an in-depth interview with Edward O'Toole, founder of Aesthetica and author within the occult community.

Journey into Zen Gnosticism

Edward discusses his evolution into what he terms "Bestian Gnosticism," a synthesis of Luciferian principles and Zen practices aimed at personal and collective enlightenment.

"Bestian Gnosticism... stems from Luciferian Gnosticism, which has developed into Zen Gnosticism."
— Edward O'Toole [26:12]

He emphasizes the importance of transcending Judeo-Christian conditioning to achieve true individuality.

"Until one really understands that doctrine... we can't develop anything towards individuality."
— Edward O'Toole [27:21]

The Unpardonable Sin Ritual

O'Toole elaborates on his popular ritual, the "Rite of the Unpardonable Sin," which symbolizes the rejection of imposed spiritual doctrines and advocates for personal accountability.

"This is a means of saying, I am free, I will accept the consequences on my own."
— Edward O'Toole [29:50]

Creating a Personal Tarot Deck

He shares his motivations behind designing a unique tarot deck, asserting that tarot should be a personal tool rather than adhering to traditional systems like Crowley’s.

"If you're an occultist, you should have your own tarot. It seems illogical to be using... Crowley's idea."
— Edward O'Toole [35:30]

Collaborating with artist Eris Pex, O'Toole highlights the integration of philosophical concepts into the tarot’s imagery.

"She meditated on each of my philosophical concepts and constructed sigils dependent on those."
— Edward O'Toole [36:20]

Distinguishing Luciferianism from Satanism

A critical discussion revolves around clarifying the differences between Luciferianism and Satanism. O'Toole posits that Luciferianism focuses on the advancement and benefit of humanity, contrasting with the often ego-centric nature of Satanism.

"Luciferianism is based on the concept of benefiting mankind, advancing mankind... Satanic concept... benefiting the self."
— Edward O'Toole [38:57]

He cites Beethoven as an exemplar of Luciferian virtue—someone whose work, though personally challenging, contributed profoundly to human culture.

"When he used Schiller's 'Ode to Joy,' this was his gift to mankind."
— Edward O'Toole [39:25]

Member Contributions: Sam and Sa

Following the interview, members Sam and Sa share their personal experiences and projects.

Sam’s Blog and Research

Sam discusses his blog, Ouroboroselectric, as a tool for deeper exploration into occult topics, emphasizing its role in enhancing his understanding and facilitating feedback.

"I'm really sort of using it as a learning tool, almost like making myself do homework."
— Sa [46:10]

He highlights his exploration of Chaos Magic, appreciating its flexibility and modern applicability.

"I really like the theory behind it... the idea of using belief as a tool really struck a chord with me."
— Sa [47:12]

Sa’s Hermeticism Exploration

Sa elaborates on his research into Hermeticism, experiencing the "popcorn effect," where newly acquired knowledge becomes recognizable in various contexts.

"It's amazing. You start to see these things everywhere... because I wrote that blog post."
— Sa [48:19]

He recounts a personal struggle aligning deep occult interests with everyday interactions, leading to frustration and a desire for integration.

"It's so frustrating... you can't communicate with them all these theories."
— Sa [49:33]

Lucid Dreaming Attempts

Sa shares his attempts at lucid dreaming, detailing his solitary success and ongoing challenges in manipulating dream environments.

"I realized that it worked. But then I tried to manipulate the environment... it just wasn't showing up."
— Sa [51:00]

He affirms the possibility of shared consciousness and astral projection based on his experiences.

"I've gotten astral projection similar, and I've gotten far enough with that to know it's very possible."
— Sa [52:10]

Closing Remarks

Jeremy Crow wraps up the episode by announcing the next topic—tarot and divination—and encourages listeners to participate in upcoming live tarot readings. He also reminds members to explore updated content on his personal webpage and engage with the community through art submissions and interactive links.

"Visit www.luciferianresearch.org... check out jeremycrow.com and follow us..."
— Jeremy Crow [41:38]

The episode concludes with acknowledgments and well-wishes to contributors and listeners alike.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• "When you're awake, you're experiencing the world through your senses... It's all being generated in your brain."
  — Jeremy Crow [02:15]

• "Keeping a dream journal... it does send a message to your brain that remembering dreams is important."
  — Jeremy Crow [06:10]

• "I realized that it worked. But then I tried to manipulate the environment... it just wasn't showing up."
  — Sa [51:00]

• "Luciferianism is based on the concept of benefiting mankind, advancing mankind... Satanic concept... benefiting the self."
  — Edward O'Toole [38:57]

• "When he used Schiller's 'Ode to Joy,' this was his gift to mankind."
  — Edward O'Toole [39:25]

Conclusion

Episode 003 of The Luciferian Research Society Podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of lucid dreaming and astral projection, enriched by personal stories, member insights, and expert interviews. Jeremy Crow successfully intertwines practical techniques with philosophical discussions, fostering a deeper understanding of Left Hand Path occultism and its applications in personal and communal advancement.

For more information and to engage with the community, visit www.luciferianresearch.org.