In this episode of Closer to Venus, Johnny Burke interviews Robert Christopher Coppes, a scientist and author who has devoted decades to studying near-death experiences (NDEs). Coppes shares insights from his book ‘Impressions of Near Death Experiences,’ discussing how NDEs are universal across different backgrounds and cultures, and not limited to circumstances of near-death. He touches on the transformative impact of life reviews during NDEs, where individuals relive their actions from the perspectives of those they affected. The conversation also delves into the after-effects of NDEs, such as heightened psychic abilities or changes in perception and behavior, reinforcing concepts of unconditional love and oneness. Coppes emphasizes the potential for NDE research to change societal attitudes towards death, consciousness, and the interconnectedness of life.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:26 The Journey to Studying Near-Death Experiences
01:40 The Universality of Near-Death Experiences
04:34 Exploring Shared Death Experiences and Verifiable Out-of-Body Experiences
07:08 Scientific Research and Evidence of NDEs
16:47 Life Reviews and the Impact of NDEs on Personal Transformation
21:04 The Aftereffects of NDEs: Psychic Abilities and Mediumship
24:11 Reincarnation, Past Lives, and the Purpose of Life According to NDEs
30:55 Concluding Thoughts and How to Connect with the Guest
Additional Notes:
- It is estimated that 4 or 5 % of people in the US have experienced NDEs
- Near death experiences are the most tangible thing that can give credence to the theory that consciousness does survive death of the brain
- Many near death experiencers many say;once you’re there in this “other world”, you know everything, every piece of knowledge is there for you
- If we are so connected, there are many Near-death experiencers that say that we are one, then life is a zero sum game
- A life review can allow you to feel what another person felt as a result of your actions
- After effects of NDEs can include heightened psychic / mediumship abilities
- People that have hadNDEs may be the best tutors in life
- Some NDEs include memories of planning their lives, and sometimes choosing “terrible” things to experience
- The most prominent messages of NDES are unconditional love and oneness
For more info: https://www.bobcoppes.com/
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