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How to Have a Shared Death Experience. Are you holding a sacred space for someone in hospice or with a limited time before transition?
You can transform this experience into a healing process for yourself and the person who is transitioning. Having a Shared Death Experience can help lessen the fear of dying as well as the grief and loss.
In one of my client sessions I was made aware of how difficult it is to prepare for transition and hold a sacred space for a loved one who is nearing that time. I have experienced this myself during the time of my mother’s passing.
What is a Shared Death Experience
A shared death experience (SDE) is a profound occurrence where a living person shares in the journey of a loved one who is passing away. This mystical event can provide comfort and closure, helping the bereaved feel connected to their loved one during their transition.
Did you ever think you could bring on a shared death experience? The steps below go into how this can be done.
While an SDE cannot be guaranteed, certain practices and conditions may increase the likelihood of experiencing this phenomenon.
Understanding the Shared Death Experience
An SDE typically involves witnessing or sensing aspects of the dying person’s journey to the afterlife. This can include seeing visions of the dying person’s past or future, sensing their presence, or experiencing a journey alongside them into a heavenly realm.
These experiences often mirror near-death experiences (NDEs) but are unique in that they are shared by someone who is not near death themselves.
Creating a Conducive Environment
Creating a peaceful and supportive environment is crucial. Ensure the space is calm, quiet, and comfortable, with minimal distractions. Soft lighting, soothing music, or the presence of meaningful objects can enhance the atmosphere. This setting can help both the dying person and the loved ones feel at ease, fostering a deeper connection.
Mindfulness and Presence
Being fully present with the dying person is essential. Practice mindfulness by focusing on the moment and being aware of your thoughts and feelings without judgment. This heightened state of awareness can help you tune into the subtle cues and energies that might be part of an SDE. Hold their hand, speak to them gently, and maintain eye contact, offering your love and reassurance.
Meditative Practices to Invoke a Shared Death Experience
Meditation can play a significant role in facilitating an SDE. Engage in regular meditation sessions to quiet your mind and enhance your spiritual receptivity. Guided meditations focusing on connecting with loved ones or exploring the afterlife can be particularly beneficial. During the final moments, meditating with or near the dying person can create a powerful bond and open channels for a shared experience.
Shared Intentions and Prayer
Setting shared intentions and engaging in prayer or spiritual practices can strengthen your connection. Discuss your hopes and openness to an SDE with the dying person, if they are able to communicate. Expressing your desire for a shared journey can create a mutual understanding and intention. Praying together or individually can invoke a sense of peace and unity, inviting spiritual experiences.
Acceptance and Letting Go
Acceptance is a vital component in experiencing an SDE. Accepting the reality of the impending transition and letting go of fear and resistance can open your heart to the experience.
Trusting in the process and the possibility of an SDE, without forcing it, allows for a natural flow of events. Remember that an SDE, if it occurs, is a gift rather than something that can be controlled or demanded.
Seeking Guidance
For those who are particularly interested in facilitating an SDE, seeking guidance from experienced practitioners can be beneficial. Hospice workers, spiritual counselors, or those experienced in end-of-life care may offer valuable insights and support.
Books and resources on SDEs can also provide additional information and techniques.
Share Your Shared Death Experience
I am certain many of you have had shared death experiences, as when doing mediumship with sitters, many times the soul in spirit will reveal the Shared Death Experience they had with their loved ones as they left earth behind.
Feel free to share in the comments below any near death experiences you have had with your loved ones during their time of transition.
Here is a wonderful video made by a hospice nurse who had a shared death experience with a patient. I had a similar experience with my mother around her passing.
Further Resources: The Shared Crossing Project Group
The Shared Crossing Project is an online community for people to share their experiences with the transition process. They even provide self study courses for a nominal fee to help begin your own shared crossing journey.
Their website states, “Join the SDE Sharing Group. Find support and wisdom from like-minded participants. Learn more about SDE’s to enhance your own human journey.”
Conclusion
While an SDE cannot be orchestrated at will, creating a loving, mindful, and spiritually receptive environment can enhance the possibility.
By being fully present, engaging in meditative practices, setting shared intentions, and accepting the natural process of death, you may be able to share a profound and comforting journey with your loved one.
This extraordinary experience can bring solace and a sense of continuity, helping to ease the pain of loss and affirm the connection that transcends physical boundaries.