Hemi Sync

By Monroe Products

The Gateway Experience®

Wave I

Discovery
The Gateway Experience®
Wave I—Discovery

Voiced by Robert A. Monroe

© 2004, Monroe ProductsSM, All Rights Reserved

Comments from Bob Monroe regarding systems as may be beneficial and constructive to me and to those near
the Gateway Experience® and close to me. Also, I deeply desire the help and cooperation, the
assistance, the understanding of those individuals whose wisdom,
What can you expect from the Gateway development, and experience are equal or greater than my own.
Experience! As much or as little as you put into
it. The exercises provide you with a set of tools
—how you use them and what you do with them What Is Hemi-Sync®?
is your responsibility. Some discover themselves Hemi-Sync® is a patented, scientifically and clinically proven audio-
for the first time, and thus live more completely, guidance technology refined with over 40 years of research.
more constructively. Others reach levels of Researchers learned that specific sound patterns could lead the brain to
awareness so profound that only one such experience is enough for a various states of consciousness ranging from deep relaxation or sleep to
lifetime. Still others become seekers after truth and add ongoing expanded awareness and other "extraordinary" states.
adventure to their daily activity.
The audio-guidance process works by sending different sounds (tones)
There is only one basis—that you seriously consider the Gateway to each ear with stereo headphones. The two hemispheres of the brain
Affirmation at the least a possibility: that you are more than your then act in unison to "hear" a third signal—the difference between the
physical body, that you can and do exist in energy systems that are not two tones. This is not an actual sound, but an electrical signal that can
limited to time-space, that you can and do communicate with only be perceived within the brain by both brain hemispheres working
intelligence beyond your physical consciousness—call it what you will. together. The result is a focused, wholebrain state known as
hemispheric synchronization, or "HemiSync®." Different Hemi-Sync®
The Gateway Affirmation signals are used to facilitate deep relaxation, focused attention, or other
I am more than my physical body. Because I am more than physical desired states.
matter, I deeply desire to Expand, to Experience; to Know, to
Understand; to Control, to Use such greater energies and energy Music, verbal guidance, or subtle sound effects are combined with
Hemi-Sync® signals to strengthen their effectiveness. These recordings
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contain no subliminal messages. You are always in control. The Gateway Experience is an in-home training program for devel-
oping, exploring and applying expanded states of awareness. Exercises
Cautions and Warnings: Please Read in this series use specially blended Hemi-Sync® frequencies combined
The Gateway Experience is a system of training in self-exploration and with verbal guidance and subtle sound effects (or music) to guide you
personal development. It is not a form of psychotherapy, philosophy, into focused, whole-brain states of consciousness. You will be gently
religion, or medical diagnosis / treatment. It is a means to acquire led from your physical waking state into deep relaxation then to those
knowledge—the application and results thereof are solely the thresholds of consciousness where you may experience profound states
responsibility of the trainee. of expanded awareness. While in such states, one has a broader range
of perceptions available with which to solve problems, develop
While many of our products contribute to wellness, they are not
creativity or obtain guidance. You may use this expansion and
intended to replace medical diagnosis and treatment. DO NOT listen to
integration of personal awareness to know and better understand your
Hemi-Sync® while driving or operating heavy equipment, or with
total self so you might enjoy a more fulfilling life.
other devices that may influence brain-wave activity. If you have a
tendency towards seizures, auditory disorders, or adverse mental
condition(s), DO NOT listen to Hemi-Sync® without first consulting
your physician. In the unlikely event that you experience any unusual
physical or mental discomfort, immediately discontinue use. DO NOT
reproduce Hemi-Sync® products or use with Dolby® or other noise-
reduction systems. Doing so will diminish the effectiveness of the
Hemi-Sync® signals.
ALL WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED.

The Gateway Experience

Recommendations for Use
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Each album (Wave) in the Gateway Experience is progressive in nature, energy level, moon phase, or any other unusual circumstance.
building directly on the tools and techniques from the previous album.
Therefore, the albums must be used sequentially. Following are Wave I Exercises
recommendations for listening to these exercises: Discovery #1— Orientation
• Locate a distraction-free environment where you can darken the Energy Conversion Box becomes your mental container to hold
room and remain undisturbed for the 30- to 45-minute exercises. concerns, distractions, or interferences for the duration of the exercise.
• Listen using stereo headphones on a personal or home stereo system. See it, feel it, hear it, think it, or simply imagine it. Your container may
• Adjust the volume to a level where you can barely hear the words. be simple or ornate, high-tech or antique, a wooden chest, a sphere of
Otherwise, the verbal guidance may startle you following a period of light, a vacuum cleaner or a nuclear particle collector.
silence.
Imagine concrete symbols to place in the box, such as a wallet for
• Allow at least one hour after eating and avoid alcohol, drugs, or financial worries, a photo or doll representing someone who is on your
excessive caffeine, which may limit the effectiveness of the Hemi- mind. You can place limiting words like “can’t,” “shouldn’t,” or
Sync® exercises. “must” in your container; brick walls to symbolize your defenses; a
• Get comfortable. Use the bathroom before each exercise even if it desk or computer to symbolize work. Experiment. It’s a tool for your
seems unnecessary. Loosen any tight clothing and remove shoes, use. Allow it to change and return to it whenever you wish during an
glasses, or contacts. Listen while lying down or seated with your head exercise to place inside any new distraction.
supported, whichever is more comfortable for you.
• If you itch during an exercise, scratch. You will be able to move Affirmation focuses your intention and attention. You may use the
gently back into your pattern of relaxation. words as spoken in the exercise, modify them to maximize personal
relevance and significance, or substitute your own version.
• There can be a metabolic drop as you enter an exercise, producing a
perception of heat, motion, or pressure. Have a loose blanket handy,
ready to pull up or throw off as needed.
• Keep a journal to document the details of your experiences, such as
date/time, body position, medication or unusual diet, mood/atti- tude,
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Experiment. Make it yours. Return to Full Waking Consciousness (C-l) at the end of this and every
exercise is facilitated by a strong audio signal. Despite the temptation
Resonant Tuning accelerates the gathering of your vibrational energy to take off your headphones early, listen to this signal until it is
while reducing internal dialogue. It helps vitalize and charge your withdrawn. The more completely you come “back” from each exercise,
entire system and loosens blockages in natural energy channels. Notice the further you can go into the next.
any physical manifestations as you vocalize aloud. The sounds on the
exercise are only a guide. Set your own rhythm and pace, move up and Discovery #2 — Introduction to Focus 10
down the scale, experiment with different vowel sounds. Focus 10 is a level in which your mind remains awake and alert while
your body sleeps calmly and comfortably. Follow the instructions,
Breathe only slightly deeper than you normally would and, as you focusing upon and then totally releasing each body part. Your body
inhale, imagine pulling sparkling, vibrant energy into all parts of your knows how to do this and to “look with your closed eyes” as you move
body. Allow it to move gently around in your head as you hold your towards profound relaxation.
breath. Try releasing tired, stale energy through the soles of your feet
with each exhalation. One of the paradoxes of “mind awake, body asleep” is the possibility of
heightened sensitivity: awareness that the pores of your skin breathe,
The opening and closing of your eyes may at first feel awkward, but try hearing the swish of blood flow behind your ears, feeling your heart
doing it anyway. It’s a valuable first step in your learning that you are beat. Spontaneous remote sensing is also possible: hearing sounds you
able to control autonomic processes and habitual behavior. would swear you are hearing this time but not the last time, or
perceiving faraway, delicate odors. Place all expectations in your box,
You can return at any time to full waking consciousness by simply relax, and simply go with whatever you are experiencing.
breathing normally, opening your eyes, or moving the fingers of your
right hand.

Focus™ 3 is the first signpost along your journey, a Hemi-Sync® state

where your brain and mind are more coherent, synchronized and
balanced.

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Health Affirmation at the end of each exercise helps you balance without the tape, to release and convert self-imposed emotions.
physical and nonphysical energies. Know that it is working for you Learned fear can be a useful warning signal, but you no longer need it
without effort on your part. after you acknowledge the warning. In Focus 10 you can calmly
identify and gently release fears, blocks, limits—any interferences to
Discovery #3 — Advanced Focus 10 your growth—and replace blocked energy with the pure energy that
Resonant Energy Balloon (REBAL) is a valuable tool to create a high existed before the limits were imposed.
energy state within and around you. Your REBAL acts as a magnet,
attracting influences you desire and shielding you from undesired For purposes of this exercise, “fear” denotes the primary emotional
energy. The more you build your REBAL, the better you sustain higher charge connected to the self-imposed limit, and “emotion” denotes
energy levels. Your REBAL may spontaneously change form, develop related feelings. Trust that your larger self knows what you are ready to
a delicate membrane, or become radiant like an intensified aura. uncover; simply follow the instructions and see what comes up for you.
Although you may not always perceive your REBAL, play with If nothing comes, bubble “nothing” away and accept that the process
sensing it through feelings, and/or storing the energy as in a charged may be working on deeper levels of consciousness.
battery.
When you are directed to perceive “the memory, the event,” you may
You can turn it on and use it while in C-l or in any other state much as connect with a specific occasion or with a memory of your prior,
you would turn on a light. Use one resonant energy breath as the unlimited experience. Always pull in clean energy as a final step.
switch. Inhale vibrant energy and, as you hold it, think of a bright
moving circle with the number 10 inside it. Let the circle surround you Here’s an example of how energy conversion works: You may perceive
as you exhale. Experiment with “popping” your REBAL while in a a fear of speaking up in groups. Once you have bubbled that away, you
group of people and see if its resonance attracts people who are in perceive the emotion of embarrassment associated with
harmony with it. Try extending it around your car to note if you
negotiate traffic or find parking more easily.

Discovery #4— Release and Recharge

Release and Recharge teaches you a method you can use daily, with or

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that fear. After releasing both, you reconnect with the joy and natural process in C-l when you awake.
gratification you felt as a small child when sharing your experiences
with other people. You then reclaim your pleasure in communicating It is important not to hold expectations. Let them go. Relax. Approach
and sharing yourself with others. the exercise with a playful sense of curiosity and interest. Just as you
opened to the wonders of the physical world when you were very
Once you are comfortable with the exercise as described, you can young, be open now in the same way to nonphysical experience. You
experiment with deliberately depositing and then retrieving from your may choose to add to the Affirmation a statement such as, “I am wholly
Box a symbol for anything you believe may be interfering with your without expectations, and open to all experience that awaits me.”
progress. Follow all the other instructions; the only difference is that During this exercise, questions such as, “Am I starting to separate?” or
you predetermine what to work with. For example, if you suspect that “Is this what I’m supposed to be feeling?” interfere with the process.
unconscious fear of separating from the physical body is blocking your There’s plenty of time to assess your experiences after the exercise.
progress, place a symbol for this fear (a magic carpet anchored to the Simply go with whatever happens and remember that you may perceive
ground?) into the Box and follow the instructions to release it. in many different ways

This exercise is not a quick fix or one-shot panacea. Most self imposed The Hemi-Sync® signals fade at the end of the exercise, leaving you in
limits have many layers and will require repeated efforts. But if you natural sleep.
truly desire to transcend your limitations, it can greatly facilitate your
progress. Take heart from the many people who report it to be among Discovery #6—Free Flow 10
the most valuable exercises of the entire series. Many use it daily to Free Flow 10 is an opportunity to pursue your own purpose with all the
clear out current frustrations or disappointments. tools learned so far. Up to this point, you have been creating your own
experiences under the guidance of the instructions on the exercise. Now
Discovery #5—Exploration, Sleep you are your own guide. Seek only what you really want to know, and
Exploration, Sleep is based on the concept that sleep is a natural be responsible for the knowing. Whatever you receive becomes a part
Gateway into other states of consciousness. It may be that, whether or of you. Your beliefs, energy, and attitude influence the intensity and the
not we remember, our nonphysical consciousness passes through this extent of your free flow exploration. A sense of gratitude enhances
Gateway every night. The exercise helps you recall this common, communication and union with sources outside your conscious

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boundaries. itself. As you proceed through the rest of the course, feel free to repeat
any earlier exercise when you feel moved to do so. The results are
If you have a particular purpose, write it down beforehand in a cumulative. Your continuing explorations can catapult you into higher
succinct, straightforward manner; hold it in your mind as you begin, levels of awareness.
but remain open to whatever you experience. Expectations of when and
how guidance should come may block the very knowledge you seek. Wave II—Threshold is awaiting you with six sequential exercises, each
You need not know the way to guidance. Choose only to be guided. taking you to new, exciting destinations along your journey of self-
You may or may not “see” or “hear.” Tingles or twitches and intuitive development. You’ll learn powerful tools for controlling your
cues can be equally enlightening. One Gateway experiencer felt nonphysical energy, and you’ll use the high energy state of Focus 12 to
nothing but a cramp in the leg. The valuable insight that the object of make important differences in your life.
attention was “cramping her style” came only later.

Use repetitions of this exercise to “play” with a particular tool: your

Affirmation, Box, REBAL, etc. Each time you work with the exercise,
explore from a fresh perspective. Don’t expect your experience to
resemble anyone else’s. Value your uniqueness. It’s alright to re-
examine a previous experience, but do so with openness rather than
trying to recreate an identical situation.

In summary, enter the free flow with awareness, serenity, openness,

and enjoy!

Looking Ahead
Discovery is only the first step of your ongoing adventure with personal
growth. Just as each Discovery exercise builds upon what you have
already learned, the entire Gateway Experience course builds upon
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Contact your local dealer or: Q: What if I tend to fall asleep during an exercise?
Monroe Products A: Don't be discouraged. You are learning to maintain a balance
P.O. Box 505 between deep relaxation and sleep. If you fall asleep your subconscious
Lovingston, Virginia 22949 will still experience and benefit from the exercise, but the following are
434-263-8692 some suggestions: Make sure you are rested before doing the exercises
800-541-2488 (you may need to change the time of day you work with the program).
FAX: 434-263-8699 Splash water on your face and neck prior to the exercise. Put a symbol
[email protected] for sleep in your Energy Conversion Box. If these suggestions do not
www.Hemi-Sync.com help, you may wish to try listening to the exercises while in a seated
position rather than while lying down. Note: You may be "clicking-
Frequently Asked Questions out." This is different from sleep. If you are clicking-out, you will have
the sense that no time has passed when you return to conscious
Gateway Experience participants have routinely asked certain questions
awareness. Once again, the memory of your experience will be stored
over the years. We have included this "Question & Answer" section to
even though you have no recall. Clicking-out is a common experience
supplement and reinforce your Manual instructions.
that diminishes as you progress.
Q: What should I do if 1 do not feel quite awake and alert following an
Q: What if I'm not able or willing to do Resonant Tuning out loud? A:
exercise?
It is important for you to participate in Resonant Tuning. Doing so will
A: There are several methods you can use to become more grounded.
help you perceive your nonphysical energy so you may learn to control
Try one or more of the following: Slowly count from 10 to 1; drink
and use it. Resonant Tuning promotes an accelerated gathering of your
cool water; take a cold shower or splash cold water on your face, neck
vibrational energy while reducing internal dialogue. Your discomfort
and wrists. Weather permitting, you may want to walk barefoot
about vocalizing with the exercise will eventually wane.
outdoors, taking deep breaths while releasing excess energy through
your feet; place your back against a tree and imagine energy flowing
Q: What if I can't remain on my back without getting restless?
from the top of your head to the branches above, and from your feet to
A: You may wish to use ear buds so you can listen on your side or
the tree's roots and down into the center of the earth.
stomach. Alternatively, try propping1 yourself up with pillows or sitting
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in a comfortable chair. time. Everyone perceives the various Focus levels in their own way.
Similarly, no two individuals' experiences are alike. Simply pay
Q: What if I can't visualize my REBAL? attention to subtle changes or feelings of movement within your body
A: Visualizing is only one way of perceiving. Some people are better and allow your experiences to unfold. Your experiences may range
able to "feel" their REBAL by simply thinking of themselves from cosmic in nature to the mundane. Accept what comes to you,
surrounded by and filled with tingling bursts of energy. Others might without judgment, and continue to practice with the assurance that all
"hear" the crackle of energy or know intuitively that their REBAL is in of your experiences are valuable. If the instructions described what
place. Frequent practice in "popping" your REBAL strengthens your your experience should be, you might discount an experience because it
ability to do so in whatever way is most effective for you. was not mentioned even though it was a meaningful event for you.

Q: I am aware of a buzzing or pressure in my forehead and/or an Q: Will Hemi-Sync® become a crutch?

acceleration of my heartbeat. Is this normal? A: No, absolutely not. Hemi-Sync® exercises are like training wheels
A: These phenomena are common for some people in response to the on a bicycle: wonderful for practice, but unnecessary as you learn to
Hemi-Sync® process. Remember, you are expanding your awareness. ride far and free. In a way similar to biofeedback, you can
You may, therefore, become more conscious of your heartbeat,
breathing, or other physical sensations. Many people find such
enhanced awareness a comforting link to physical reality that allows
them to move more confidently into other states of consciousness. If
you continue to feel distracted, put your distractions into your Box. If
you experience any discomfort, verify that you have the volume just
loud enough for you to hear the verbal instructions.

Q: How do I know if I'm in a particular Focus level or experiencing

what the exercise intends?
A: Suspend your expectations about Focus levels and trust that your
experiences in a given exercise are exactly as they should be at the

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benefit from Hemi-Sync® when not listening to an exercise. You can Q: What does a nonphysical body look like?
learn to trigger a change in consciousness and obtain a desired state by A: The nonphysical body may be perceived as a ball of energy, a misty
taking a deep breath and remembering the sensations you had during an form, or a human shape. Typically, it will appear as something you are
exercise. The more you practice this technique, the easier and more comfortable with.
effective it will become.
Q: How can I control an OBE?
Q: What should I do if the feeling of "heightened energy" makes me A: If you set a goal before you begin, you won't need to decide what to
uncomfortable ? do once you are out. If an OBE happens spontaneously, remember that
A: Your goal during these exercises is to perceive your nonphysical thoughts are actions in the nonphysical state. Experiment with thinking
energy so you can learn to control and use it. You might practice of someone and contacting his/her energy, rather than arriving at a
working with your nonphysical energy from an objective geographic destination. Any time you wish to return, think of rejoining
"experimental" frame of mind to ease your discomfort. Speed it up. your body and/or move a finger or toe.
Slow it down. You are in control.
Q: Is God appearing when I "see" a flood of light during an exercise?
Q: What if I can't have an out-of-body experienced A: The perception of light suggests that your potential for nonphysical
A: Don't despair. Please know that not everyone will have a conscious awareness is developing. Such light is widely reported by explorers of
out-of-body experience. It takes a lot of practice for most, and many of higher consciousness and people who have had neardeath experiences.
us have hidden fears that hold us back. Also, if you try too hard for an The light is often accompanied by feelings of
OBE, the intense effort can become the very distraction that holds you
back. Be nonchalant about OBEs. They are just a small part of our
programs for self-exploration and personal growth.

Q: When 1 am out of my body, can I help someone else have an OBE?

A: Participants have reported developing the ability to do this.
Experiment. You and another person might try patterning for syn-
chronicity in your OBEs.

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euphoria, a oneness with the Universe or a sense of overwhelming love. Gateway Experience is widely considered the preeminent in-home
A Buddhist might associate this experience with Buddha; a Moslem, program for developing, exploring and applying expanded states of
Allah or Mohammed; a Christian, Christ. We do not endorse any awareness. Everyone can benefit from the tools and guidelines
particular interpretation or meaning; rather we encourage you to find provided.
your own.
Q: The Gateway Experience changed my life. How can I convince a
Q: How many times should 1 do an exercise before going on to the skeptic that the program is worth trying?
next? A: This varies from person to person. You should become A: Without interest and desire, the discipline that leads to success with
familiar and comfortable with an exercise and allow your intuition to any personal development program would be lacking. The GE training
guide you as to when to move on. It isn't necessary to "master" an series can supply the tools and guidelines but participants must have an
exercise before progressing and you can always return for more openness and willingness to explore in order to succeed. We suggest
practice. you allow your own personal growth to inspire others while realizing
that not everyone will be interested in exploring expanded states of
Q: Would it be beneficial to combine mind-altering drugs with Hemi- awareness. That said, many of our most enthusiastic GE participants
Sync®? were at one time skeptics. You may wish to introduce others to the
A: No. Hemi-Sync® exercises are designed so you may learn to control Hemi-Sync® process with a more "mainstream" exercise such as
your states of consciousness. Drugs would simply interfere with that Catnapper or Concentration.
control. Also, your rational ability to interpret and comprehend your
experiences would be compromised by the use of mind-altering Q: Can my children listen to the Gateway Experience?
substances. A: That depends on the maturity of the child. Many parents have
reported good results using the Gateway Experience with children. Use
Q: Would the Gateway Experience and the Hemi-Sync® process be your own discretion for children who are 10 years or older. We
beneficial for individuals who practice various meditative techniques? encourage parents to work with their children and to monitor their
A: Yes, absolutely. Many long-term meditators have indicated that progress.
Hemi-Sync® facilitates the ease with which they may obtain a deep
meditative state and their ability to sustain that state. In addition, the

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Q: What is the hissing or swishing sound I hear when listening to during a "sleep" period so as not to startle you. This, however, is
Hemi-Sync® exercises? simply a repetition of previously heard information.
A: The sound you are hearing is intentional. It is referred to as "pink
noise" or "pink sound." Technically, it is a random distribution of all Q: Is it important to have the headphones on the correct ear, as
the frequencies the human ear can hear and is provided as a bed for the instructed on some of the exercises?
Hemi-Sync® signals. Do not use Dolby® or other noise-reduction A: No. If you are using stereo equipment, the intended effect will be
systems as this would interfere with the effectiveness of the Hemi- achieved.
Sync® process.
Q: How does The Monroe Institute®'s residential program, the
Q: Is a "clicking" sound normal? Gateway Voyage®, differ from the Gateway Experience In-Home
A: No. If you hear sounds other than the hissing or swishing sounds Training Series?
described above, first check your equipment to see if it needs cleaning A: Many of the exercises are the same. With the home program, you
or repair. If you determine the Hemi-Sync® tape or CD is defective, proceed at your own pace repeating exercises as often as you wish. The
return it to us for a free replacement. residential programs offer skilled trainers and special facilities to
support your learning experience along with the opportunity to interact
Q: What is the difference between Hemi-Sync® and hypnosis? with other participants who have similar interests. Many who begin
A: Hypnosis is commonly regarded as a process of being led into a with the home course are inspired to attend a residential program. In
state of high suggestibility and a relinquishing of control to the addition, although it is not a prerequisite, many who plan to attend a
hypnotist. With Hemi-Sync®, you consciously control and direct your residential program choose to work first with the home course to
own state of awareness. In this regard, Hemi-Sync® has more in enhance their experiences. If you have an interest in learning more
common with self-hypnosis. However, the Hemi-Sync® process allows about the residential programs, you may do so by visiting the Institute's
you to achieve the desired state more quickly and reliably. Web-

Q: Do Hemi-Sync® exercises contain subliminal messages?

A: No. Hemi-Sync® recordings contain no subliminal messages.
Occasionally, you will hear a verbal message at a very low volume

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site: www.monroeinstitute.org or by calling the Program Registrar at
Contact information:
434-361-1252 or 866-881-3440 (toll free).
The Gateway Experience Coordinator
C/O Monroe Products
Q: Can 1 visit The Monroe Institute?
P.O. Box 505
A: While we enjoy meeting our many friends, there would not be a lot
Lovingston, VA 22949
for you to see. Our administrative building is simply a very busy
434-263-8692
office. The Residential Training Center, research laboratory, sound
800-541-2488
studio and Conference Center are not open to the public while
FAX: 434-263-8699
programs are in progress.
[email protected]
www.Hemi-Sync.com
Q: Who can I talk with about my Gateway experiences?
A: Please feel free to contact us with questions about the Gateway
Experience or if you would like to share your experiences. To
communicate with others who are working with these exercises you
may request a Release Form for the names of such people.

Many Gateway Experience enthusiasts become inspired to attend the

residential programs made available by The Monroe Institute. If you
have an interest in learning more about these programs, you may do
so by visiting the Institute's Web site at: www.monroeinstitute.org or
by calling the Program Registrar at 434-361-1252 or 866-881-3440
(toll-free).
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Recommended reading:

Journeys Out Of The Body by Robert A. Monroe (Doubleday, 1971)

The undisputed classic on out-of-body experiences.
Unpredictably, and without willing it, Monroe, a pragmatic Virginia
businessman, found himself leaving his physical body to travel via a
"second body" to locales far removed from the physical and spiritual
realities of his life. He was exploring a place unbounded by time or
death.

Far Journeys by Robert A. Monroe (Doubleday, 1985)

This mesmerizing odyssey, written after a decade of intensive
research, takes you even farther beyond the known dimensions of the
physical universe. With great insight and wit, Monroe offers new
awareness into the untapped resources and limitless possibilities of
the human mind.

Ultimate Journey by Robert A. Monroe (Doubleday, 1994)

In a long-awaited sequel, Monroe explores the incredibly rewarding
opportunities that lie beyond the limits of the physical world. He
charts the route that opens to us when we leave our physical lives
and takes the reader with him on an exhilarating journey that
expands the limits of human experience.

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