Is There Life After Death?

Can you imagine traveling as a thought, without the restrictions our earthy bodies have?

Probably we have all contemplated this question at some point, wondering if this life is all there is, or is this just a prequel to the next adventure. I have always been fascinated with the possibility. Consider photography: I have this understanding that the life lived in this physical realm is the negative and the part of us that is unseen, our spirit and soul, are the true image of our existence. When someone I know dies, I say to myself that they now know the secret that has illuded society’s understanding.

For perspective sake regarding our earthly existence, we live our short life on this small planet as part of the Milky Way, a spiral galaxy with a disk of stars spanning more than 100,000 light-years. Earth is located in one of the galaxy’s spiral arms, about halfway from the center. Our solar system takes about 240 million years to orbit the Milky Way just once, which by the way could contain 17 billion Earth-size worlds.[1] As a matter of perspective and what we can determine, the universe contains as many as an estimated 2 trillion galaxies and, overall, as many as an estimated 200 billion trillion stars – more stars (and, potentially, Earth-like planets) than all the grains of sand on planet Earth.

Day to day life from the moment we leave the womb until we take our last breath we attempt to establish our existence. Some go about it with kindness and good deeds seeing ourselves as part of the fabric of humanity, whereas others seize the opportunity to accumulate as much treasures as possible, live their lives to dominate and control while willing to step on anyone who would stand in their way. I wonder if they knew there was an afterlife. Would they live their lives differently, especially not knowing what that life brings or requires?

In religious history, eschatology encompasses ideas about “last things,” such as the soul’s immortality, reincarnation, resurrection, the soul’s journey, and the end of time. These religious themes find parallels in secular contexts as well, like life’s pivotal moments or personal reflections on mortality.

In mythical eschatology, the world’s end mirrors its origin: the initial creation of order from chaos reoccurs at the end of time. This concept frames both divine mythological acts and human historical actions as symbolic of an eternal struggle to preserve order against the forces of chaos.[2]

Near-Death Experience Studies

In the past, those who have reported near-death experiences were often dismissed by the scientific community as delusional or having religious influence, then a significant shift in perspective developed over the past few decades.

In 1978, five independent medical doctors and researchers—John Audette (M.S.), Dr. Bruce Greyson, Dr. Raymond Moody, Dr. Ken Ring (Ph.D. in social psychology), and Dr. Michael Sabom—founded the International Association for Near-Death Studies, creating a pathway for the scientific study of these remarkable experiences.

Dr. Jeffrey Long, a radiation oncologist in Kentucky, has spent over 25 years researching near-death experiences (NDE). He has analyzed and documented over 4,000 unique NDE cases, which he shares through the Near-Death Experience Research Foundation website.

I find the following story most fascinating; it is one thing to have on out of body experience with the ability of vision and sight but another if completely blind and then to describe the events seen without ever having the opportunity of vision.

Vicki Umipeg was born prematurely at 22 weeks, resulting in optic nerve damage that left her completely blind from birth. At 22, she was involved in a severe car accident in Seattle, WA,  suffering multiple injuries. While being treated in the hospital, she had a NDE in which she found herself floating above her body, observing the medical staff as they worked to save her life. Remarkably, she could see herself from above with a panoramic 360-degree vision—a form of sight she had never experienced. During the experience, she recognized her own body by identifying her wedding ring, which she had never seen before, highlighting the profound uniqueness of this visual encounter.

Vicki’s NDE also brought an unexpected cognitive transformation. Following the experience, she reported a newfound understanding of complex scientific and mathematical concepts, such as calculus and planetary formation—subjects she had no prior knowledge of. This flood of knowledge extended to areas of philosophy, languages she previously did not know, and an understanding of universal questions about life and God. Her NDE seemed to unlock insights and awareness beyond her previous capacity, suggesting a profound connection between consciousness and heightened perception or intelligence during such extraordinary experiences.

Bruce Greyson, MD, Professor at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and a Co-Founder of the International Association of Near-Death Studies (IANDS) in November—December 2013 reviewed postulated scientific explanations of near-death experience (NDE) including: expectancy, birth memories, altered blood gasses, REM intrusion, toxic and/or metabolic hallucinations, neurochemistry and neuroanatomy phenomena without finding a definitive explanation for NDE.

Dean Radin, PhD, one of the foremost experts in using evidence and laboratory based science to study NDE, reported these conclusions in January—February 2014, “With one exception, NDEs may be interpreted as unusual forms of hallucinations associated with the injured or dying brain.”[3]

A prospective study conducted in the Netherlands explored near-death experiences (NDEs) in survivors of cardiac arrest, aiming to determine the causes and examine factors influencing the frequency, depth, and content of these experiences. This study included 344 cardiac patients who were successfully resuscitated after experiencing cardiac arrest across ten Dutch hospitals. Researchers compared demographic, medical, pharmacological, and psychological data between patients who reported an NDE and those who did not (controls) post-resuscitation. In a longitudinal analysis, they assessed life changes in both groups 2 and 8 years later.

The study found that “62 patients (18%) reported NDE, of whom 41 (12%) described a core experience. Their experiences were not associated with duration of cardiac arrest or unconsciousness, medication, or fear of death before cardiac arrest. (…) Significantly more patients who had an NDE, especially a deep experience, died within 30 days of CPR (p<0·0001).”[4]

According to their interpretation, they did not fully understand why only a small number of cardiac patients reported experiencing an NDE after CPR, though age appeared to be a contributing factor. If a purely physiological cause, like cerebral anoxia, were responsible for these experiences, they would expect most clinically dead patients to report having had one.

We have no absolute way to prove the validity of NDE, for that to happen the experience would have to be repeated several times and to the same people. It would be hard to find willing participants as their heart would need to be stopped, they would become clinically dead, and not just once. Of course, without the validation, there are many skeptics who will not believe that our soul passes on beyond the vale time while leaving the body shell behind, they see too much uncertainty with this possibility. What is wrong with uncertainty, what aspect of our future is certain? I for one would welcome the great adventure. Can you imagine traveling as a thought, without the restrictions our earthy bodies have?

The Pineal Gland

Of course, there is a connection between our body and spirit. Behind the center of your forehead resides a pinecone shaped gland, about 5-8 millimeters in size and weighing only 150 milligrams. The pineal gland (PG) has been an enigmatic wonder for thousands of years, the ancient Egyptians referred to it as the Eye of Horus, those from Indian descent spoke of it as the third eye, mystical organ and corresponding to the sixth chakra.

The pineal gland is responsible for serotonin production, which influences our circadian rhythms, which controls our 24-hour cycle, and the highs and lows of our body and internal processes followed during this time. Through our circadian rhythms, we experience the sensations of being tired, falling asleep, maintaining our sleep, and feeling alert and awake.

The PG has connections to our spiritual growth and development and when disabled, it affects our mood and emotions. Unfortunately, there are things present in our western society that can weaken our spiritual awareness like aluminum, WI-FI, glyphosate, fluoride, smart phones, and I would also add microwave ovens. Because of these, complication arise and this is why this gland has the highest calcification (i.e. accumulated calcium deposit) rate among all organs and tissues of the human body. The white glow reported is the results of accumulated calcium, fluoride, and phosphorus deposits, that certainly removes some of the mystic and magic of the gland.

As triune beings: body, soul and spirit, we are in a constant spiritual warfare and the battle is being fought in the human mind. A well-functioning pineal gland ensures proper melatonin levels, promoting better sleep quality, which is crucial for overall physical and mental health. NDE’s seem fascinating, thinking of the possibilities of life after death, it is a comforting thought to ponder on this secret known only to those who have passed. While in this dimension, as enlightened members of society, we must do everything in our power to avoid exposure to the harmful contaminants and to keep our pineal gland clear and functioning at full capacity. Live each day feasting upon the nectar of life, but always leave room for the unexpected.

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References:

[1] Tate, Karl. 2013.

[2] Britannica. 2024.

[3] Hagan, John C. III. 2015.

[4] van Lommel, P. et al. 2002.