Although the meaning of a Near Death Experience is different to the individual, it is described to be a personal encounter with death, later being brought back to life. The man responsible for triggering the later studies of this perplexing subject is Dr. Raymond Moody. During the year of 1975, he published a book, Life After Life, explaining his newfound concept of a Near Death Experience. He heard about a specific case study that extremely intrigued him. "As a student, Raymond Moody heard about the experience of a psychiatrist who had 'died' from double pneumonia only recovering after his doctor had pronounced him dead to his family." This remarkabl

Normally, if you were surrounded by complete darkness, it would be most natural for fear to enter your body. But Betty Eadie, along with others who have encountered Near Death Experiences, did not experience fear, but instead, a sense of calmness and well-being. "But the peace and tranquillity also increased and I felt that I could have stayed in this wonderful state forever, and knew that if I wanted to, I could." What Eadie is trying to illustrate is that during her experience, this mysterious dark tunnel seemed to be the most peaceful and wonderful place she had ever visited. Staying in the tunnel, and following the light, would have ultimately resulted in her death. But luckily, for the people that love her, she returned back to her physical body. Although the tunnel becomes apparent during a Near Death Experience, the appearance of a tunnel is not the only vision individuals see.

e case stunned Raymond Moody, and after publishing his book, this case intrigued society. This particular psychiatrist went on to write about his Near Death Experience, but Dr. Moody was the first to research this unknown topic.

Angie's Near Death Experience brought her to the worst imaginable depths of the earth. She believes that because of her twisted childhood life, her NDE showed her what true hell was like. Terrifying visions of all her nightmares were evident and real. Miraculously she survived, and used this appalling situation to completely change her life around. After retrieving counseling for the hurtful events that took place in her life, Angie was able to love herself again. "I've seen tremendous changes within myself as a result of opening my spirit to God's light. I deal with challenges with new hope and confidence. I know now that I can choose my destiny rather than allow events of the past to direct my life." Although this NDE is not described to be as pleasant and peaceful as most others, its outcome altered her life for the better, similar to almost every case.

Obviously, Near Death Experiences occur near an individual's time of death. The cause of an individual's time of death can come from virtually anything, but, usually results from some sort of accident. "Accidents come out of the blue. They can happen to anyone and there's no time to prepare for them." Because accidents may occur at any time, so may a Near Death Experience. Thus meaning that, only knowledge of the subject matter can reduce fear and gain preparation.

After returning from a Near Death Experience, the lives of the affected change dramatically, usually resulting in an improvement concerning their lifestyle. Near Death Experiences truly empower the lives of those who experience one. As one man wrote, "'But the truth is, my NDE is th

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