Have you ever heard of someone having an out-of-body experience? Or, maybe you have personally had an out-of-body experience? An out-of-body experience (OBE) is one in which you perceive the world outside of your own physical body. OBE’s are usually near-death-experiences; although, there are some instances where that is not the case. At the University of Virginia’s School of Medicine, they have done thorough research on OBE’s. The researchers discovered that there is a connection between OBE’s and the awakening of empathy and social harmony. Researchers hypothesize that this newly found empathy is because of “ego dissolution” or “ego death“.
“The detachment from the physical body often leads to a sense of interconnectedness with all life and a deepened emotional connection with others,” the researchers write. “These sensations of interconnectedness can persist beyond the experience itself, reshaping the individual’s perception and fostering increased empathy, thereby influencing personal relationships and societal harmony.” – Marina Weiler, PhD
