- The astral body or light body is the part of us that is energetically connected with the ether/astral and the fabric of the universe. The multiple layers, often interpreted as colored bands connected to the “chakras”, are actually what bind us within the systematic existence of the physical universe. At the center of our being contains the Divine Spark of the Source, that which is Eternal and at the core of all vibration. Entering and activating the “Body of Light” with regular practice will not only increase your mystical abilities but also the true understanding (or “experience” if you wish) and auric strength necessary for Gatekeeping. Each time the light body is activated it becomes easier to do so the next time because you are becoming more consciously aware of it. Initially entering the “Body of Light” is, as the mystic masters of the past have expressed, a matter of visualization or concentration and intention or willpower. The proper use of these faculties is what all metaphysical pursuits are really made up of in spite of their outer form. This manner of operations is quite different from the “word and gesture” techniques found in more contemporary practices, which are actually more effectively executed once the operator is operating from within the light body. Be sure that you are comfortable in your environment and properly prepared (and purified) in your internal set. Anything that is not helping you to reach your goal should be removed as a distraction.
While there are many means of accessing the “Body of Light”, one which has proven effective begins by focusing all of your awareness as a (ball of) light in your feet, drawing this energy up from the ground beneath you(and essentially the unnamed, unmentioned, unnumbered “Earth Gate”). Slowly bring this light and awareness throughout your entire body as you perform progressive muscle relaxation coupled with regulatory breathing.
