• Dawn King • Sunburst’s Founder, Norman Paulsen writes:
“The practice of meditation and contemplation interiorizes the five senses, which begins to develop one’s intuitive all-seeing eye.…Each one of us has this spiritual vision, this ability to see into the fabric and heart of creation through all the dimensions of consciousness. This all-seeing eye allows us to see the tunnel of light, and the great brilliance at the end, surrounded by the gates of heaven.
Through a spiritual practice and meditation, the transmutation of life force begins….The outer senses and the flow of energies, highly intelligent life particles, reverse their course and begin their journey inward to expanded states of consciousness. The rainbow path becomes illuminated as the light and life particles move inward and upward toward the heart center.
It is very difficult to describe higher states of consciousness to those who have never experienced such a state. It is like trying to describe the sense of sight to someone who is blind.
In our age, many know this [heightened sense]…only as an enlightened hunch, an intuition occurring for a moment. Through your meditations, you begin to feel the peace and love of our Creator. You also become aware of the fact that you have senses existing inwardly, as well as outwardly.”
Yes, we have senses beyond the five physical senses that we usually take for granted—sight, hearing, touch, taste, smell. Not only should we appreciate these senses and how they enrich our experience of life, but we should be aware of our more subtle senses. We are capable of experiencing finer dimensions of sense stimuli, and may do so inadvertently. Being aware means we are prepared and not frightened.
This article is meant simply to remind or awaken us to such possibilities. At this cosmic juncture in time, many people are awakening spiritually and could be finding they are having some of these kinds of experiences, which can be startling. Just as our physical senses can entrap us, so too, it may be best not to seek more sense stimuli, no matter how subtle. It can be distracting while we’re trying to function during our daily activities. Norm himself shared that he had to block out his hearing of everyone’s thoughts. How disturbing that could be! Meanwhile, we also need to realize that having these experiences, or at-will abilities, does not make us superior to others. The ego welcomes any sense of “power”; so beware.
Subtle or psychic sight is called clairvoyance. You may see someone who has left the physical realm, but who wants to let you know you are loved. Sometimes we have an experience of seeing light that is beyond physical realms. It may blot out your normal vision, in which case it’s best to take deep breaths, relax, and realize you are enjoying a special moment.
Psychic hearing is called clairaudience. You may hear your name called when no earthly voice speaks it. You may hear a brief personal message or warning; these can be very helpful, and an opportunity for spiritual growth. Note that clairaudience never gives one the experience of a threatening, commanding, nonsensical, or conversational voice, as would be heard in schizophrenia.
Subtle touch (clairsentience) is not uncommon when in meditation one is focused on the Divine. You may feel as though warm oil is dripped on your head, or feel a tingling on the top of your head. Say, “thank you!” and realize you are a spiritual being.
Besides physical sensations, clairsentience can manifest as being empathic, or feeling others emotions as they experience them. It may also give us an instant feeling or assessment about a place or situation—one that has nothing to do with rational thinking.
Psychic taste is rare, but one may have the sensation of a sweet or delicious flavor, when no physical reason is present.
Subtle smell comes unexpectedly—the scent of roses, or of a loved one who has passed. Realize you are loved when you experience this.
Do not pursue having these experiences because they can be a distraction. But recognize and acknowledge them, should they occur. Be thankful every day that you are growing in spirit and that, at any time, only those spiritual experiences which are appropriate for you are entering your awareness.