What is Infinite Consciousness?
Have you ever stood on the edge of the Grand Canyon, or gazed into the heavens by a calm lake on a moonless night? Did you feel your self expand into that vast unimaginable vacuum, while at the very same instant you felt yourself collapse inward into your singleness, your simple insignificance? Is that a trick question? Maybe it only seems a little tricky because the answers to these crazy huge mysteries don’t just lie out there in the infinite universal consciousness, but also right in here, within the [not-so-finite] form that we call our Self.
The nature of everything we see, and everything we are, is defined and determined for us solely by our own consciousness. Yet everywhere we look there’s clearly more and more “outside” consciousness entering the world we can see, all of the time. Add to that its seemingly inexhaustible potential in many of the forms of the world that our limited perceptions won’t let us see, directly. And what of the possible consciousness alive in worlds beyond our own? Without even a good definition of consciousness to work with, how can we expect to comprehend its real range and reach?
“Science cannot solve the ultimate mystery of nature. And that is because, in the last analysis, we are a part of the mystery that we are trying to solve.” ::Max Planck
The Range and Reach of the Universal Consciousness Quandary
As unique, autonomous human beings, none of us can really wrap our heads around the vastness of space and what forms of intelligence may exist out there, but when the Kepler space telescope keeps finding thousands of earth-like planets, the sheer potential for conscious intelligent life is staggering. Likewise, we’re never particularly aware that deep within us there are endless tiny organisms constantly going about the moment-to-moment choices we all make to stay secure, find nourishment, have sex, and possibly discover some sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Whether we’re looking out into the cosmos, or into the sub-atomic constructs of the natural world, our power to discern the range and influence of consciousness is a direct result of how deeply our tools of observation allow us to penetrate. As our telescopes and microscopes improve, and our theorizing based on those observations becomes more complex and comprehensive, we find ever more structures of apparent consciousness in every direction we look. It seems that, endlessly, either we are projecting our own consciousness into our expanding reality, or that we find it there waiting for us already.
Universal Consciousness Definition
The simplest explanation appears to be this: Consciousness is an infinite energy field that creates the conditions to manifest different realities according to differing sensory perception. In this sense, consciousness is a pre-existing, universal presence, and fundamental element of both mind and matter—an ancient concept, known as panpsychism. As we have no means of demonstrating the emergence of consciousness from matter, we can only assume that it’s been there all along, and that everywhere we look we see matter expressing consciousness.
And in any direction that we investigate deeply, we discover the forms of the observable world manifesting themselves in series of reliably recurring patterns. Basic building-blocks — not just of of everything we can see, but of everything we can’t see, as well. There appears to be a design standard that suggests a seamless conscious intelligence—whether you believe it’s God, all a big coincidence, or just none of your business. They are the limitless variations on the forms of what is.
All the forms of our material reality realize themselves through a kind of spacetime ”sacred geometry” (as described in David Wilcock’s “Wisdom Teachings”). Constructs like the merkaba and torus, and fractal, holographic emanations exist at every scale manifesting in myriad ways as crystalline structures, force fields of electro-magnetism or gravity; or in constellating structures as in atoms and molecules, stellar systems, galaxies, and more. It’s not at all coincidental that the neurons and synapses in our brains resemble the cosmological patterns of the universe, and the connective web-like extrapolations of the internet (whose exponential growth indicates a kind of infinitely expansive consciousness in itself).
Proponents of the ‘consciousness as an existing infinite field,’ like Dr. Stuart Hameroff of the University of Arizona and Sir Roger Penrose (David Hawking’s former teacher, and his co-discoverer of the black hole/singularity theory) theorize a molecular structure describing the entanglement of everything in our material reality within a vast quantum plenum called the Planck Field. A field energized by consciousness—and, in a way, a modern avenue to our old idea of panpsychism.
The Old Way of Thinking About Consciousness is New Again
From Plato’s metaphysical concept of the universe, where eternal, indestructible forms—imperceivable forms beyond space and time—constitute the foundation of everything we are and can witness; to what the Buddha referred to as Alaya, or “storehouse consciousness” when he discussed the forms of consciousness; to when Dr. Carl Jung theorized his “collective unconscious,” and stated: “It is the matrix of all conscious psychic occurrences,” perhaps nothing describes the field of infinite consciousness like Hinduism, the oldest of the world’s enduring major religions.
“I pervade the entire universe in my unmanifested form. All creatures find their existence in me, but I am not limited by them…They move in me as the winds move in every direction in space.” ::The Bhagavad Gita 9:4‑6
While Buddhism is based on a spiritual evolutionary continuum revealed in levels of consciousness, Hinduism (the philosophical parent of the Buddha) comprehensively addresses the range and reach of consciousness itself. Sanskrit cultures describe an all-encompassing field that underlies everything, and becomes everything, called Akasha. From this, all the manifesting attributes of our universe realize themselves through the eternal state of Brahman—the infinite, undifferentiated, creative dynamic that serves as the seat of all consciousness.
To put it in a Western layman’s terms (like mine), Brahman is what we may be compelled to call “The Mind of God.” The grounding intelligence that permeates and manifests everything we can know (an idea I discussed in an earlier article, Is God Consciousness…or Vice Versa). Each of us is connected to Brahman through Atman, our personal soul, or self. Atman is our own consciousness, which we struggle to expand in order to see beyond the illusory forms of the material world (called Maya) towards our realization of the infinite.
Pretty progressive stuff for being so old, don’t you think?
So What Does Infinite Universal Consciousness Mean for Me?
So here we are, where the observer, the observed, and the whole darn process opens up within our shared field of infinite consciousness, dependent upon our conscious awareness of it—which is where the personal meaning comes in for each of us in terms of our direct experience.
“Consciousness is that in which all experience occurs; is that with which all experience is known; is that out of which all experience is made.” ::Rupert Spira
Many of us have had breakthroughs in our lives, radical transformations resulting from the expansion of our consciousness (atman) into our infinite potential. These often result as a product of trauma, loss, great fortune, or the presence of a remarkable teacher, or life-lessons where our concept of self was destroyed, then recreated.
Suddenly, we’re granted greater access to an extra-dimensional aquifer, where our conscious awareness no longer thinks of itself as coming from anywhere. Where we realize that each of our finite minds originates from the same infinite field of consciousness.
Then we can sense our entanglement, our inter-connectedness with everything, and behave accordingly. Responsibly. We recognize that in living an “infinite life” (thank you, Robert Thurman), our obstacles are old foes and our possibilities are limitless. We begin to recognize that a kind of divine guidance and intuitive intelligence is built—in patterns—into our lives on this level of consciousness.
The evidence of infinite consciousness is all around us, the moment you open up to it. Our capacity for experiencing the infinite is always available—without drugs or even gurus—but maybe with just a little serious practice of meditation. Meditation is the gateway to the infinite, and can lead to revelations of extra-dimensional consciousness in a similar way as described in the heavily documented experiences of near-death survivors, remote-viewers and psychics, and adult—and child—reincarnation subjects (like in the exhaustive research by the University of Virginia’s Department of Perceptual Studies). The realm of infinite consciousness is the realm of transpersonal experience, as well as the realm of the afterlife—of infinite life.
Personally, the evidence of infinite consciousness is available the moment you become willing to deeply investigate the moment. For example, look inside your eyelids—what do you see? You see the actions of your eyes in the absence of light. But something else, too—faint, effervescent waves in a sea of infinite energy issuing directly from our shared source of intelligent awareness. Then you may look into the heavens on a starry night and find that you can’t really focus on that either—but you can sense your spiritual expansion into the limitless grandeur of the cosmos. Anything, everything is possible out there…and everything is possible in here.
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure…Your playing small does not serve the world.” ::Marianne Williamson
Almost all the bad things in the world happen as a result of people living constrained by the lonely sense of their singular consciousness. Fearful self-centeredness makes them feel as though they were pitted against everyone else, and they do terrible things.
That is where evil comes from. When we realize and engage in our shared infinite consciousness, we discover that we need other people.
We intuitively act together for the benefit of everyone (and the earth), and good grows and spreads across humanity. People, and the planet, are healed.
The Cosmic Net of Reflection
I’ll leave you with this: The Hindu Vedas, by way of Mahayana Buddhism, give us the gift of the “Net of Indra” (the god of the heaven) — a beautiful metaphoric concept of our relationship to the infinite field of consciousness.
The Net of Indra stretches out in infinite directions, and is comprised of many-faceted jewels, each suspended so that all of its facets reflect all of the other jewels in the endless cosmic net.
In much the same way, we are all joined together in this web of being — all reflecting one another, and the miraculous light that illuminates us and everything we witness in our universe. Delicate. Eternal. Alive.
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What Are the Akashic Records and What Are They For?
The Akashic Records are energetic archives containing the complete history of every soul. Every thought, word, action, and intention leaves an imprint on this energetic field, sometimes called the Akashic Library. This universal repository preserves past lives, current experiences, and potential future paths, offering insights into the soul’s journey, life’s purpose, and karmic patterns.
What is most astonishing is that anyone can access the Records. Through focused intention, guided meditations, or prayer, you can connect with this source of universal wisdom to gain guidance, clarity, and a deeper understanding of your spiritual path. This article explores what the Akashic Records are, how to access them, the benefits of an Akashic reading, and steps to begin your journey of spiritual growth.
Table of Contents
- What Are Akashic Records?
- History and Origins of the Records
- What Is an Akashic Records Reading Like?
- What Kind of Questions Can Be Asked?
- Are There Any Dangers in Accessing the Records?
- Who Can Read the Akashic Records?
- How to Learn to Read the Akashic Records
- Benefits of Accessing the Records
- Closing Prayer and Integration
What Are Akashic Records?
The Akashic Records are a universal memory of existence, a non-physical, energetic space where every thought, word, action, and emotion is recorded. Sometimes referred to as the Akashic Library, this archive preserves the history of each soul, its past lives, current experiences, and potential futures. It offers a comprehensive perspective on the soul’s journey, linking all beings and levels of existence across time.
The term akasha (or akasa) comes from Sanskrit and means ether or astral light, considered the fifth element in many spiritual traditions. These subtle vibrations capture not only individual life experiences but also universal patterns, providing insight into karmic influences, personal growth, and the soul’s purpose.
For anyone accessing the Records for the first time, the experience can reveal hidden tendencies, unexplored potentials, or connections with loved ones who have passed. The Records are a living resource for spiritual growth, supporting clarity, healing, and understanding in all areas of life.
Accessible through meditation, focused intention, or the guidance of an experienced practitioner, the Akashic Records can provide wisdom about behavioral patterns, relationships, and challenges, serving as a practical tool for navigating your spiritual journey.
In the series Microdose, available on Gaia, the fascinating subject of the Akashic Records is explored, offering practical perspectives for those wishing to deepen their understanding and experience of this universal library.
History and Origins of the Records
The concept of the Akashic Records has roots in both Eastern and Western spiritual traditions. In the East, philosophies have long described akasha as the fundamental etheric fabric of existence, a subtle dimension where all experiences are remembered as vibrations or astral light.
In the West, Helena Blavatsky, founder of the Theosophical movement in the late 19th century, introduced the Akashic Records after her studies and experiences in Tibet. There, monks and mahatmas shared that the records exist in the akasha—a Sanskrit word meaning ether—and are the repository of universal knowledge. Blavatsky claimed she could access them through clairvoyance and psychic abilities, including astral projection, and she shared these insights as part of a broader philosophy of universal wisdom. Her teachings emphasized that human thoughts, words, and actions leave lasting impressions on this subtle field, influencing spiritual understanding and personal growth.
Rudolf Steiner, another influential metaphysician, expanded the Western understanding of the Records, describing them as a source of inspiration for human ideals and evolution. He proposed that the Akashic Records not only preserve past events but also reveal patterns that guide humanity toward harmony, justice, and spiritual development.
During the 20th century, Edgar Cayce, often called America’s “sleeping prophet,” popularized the Akashic Records through his psychic readings. Cayce described how individuals could access the Records of their past, present, and potential futures to facilitate healing, gain clarity about life’s purpose, and understand karmic patterns. He likened the Records to a Book of Life, connecting each person to a universal consciousness and to the broader flow of the soul’s journey.
In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Linda Howe further advanced the understanding and practice of accessing the Akashic Records. Through her teachings, books, and workshops, Howe developed practical methods for connecting with the Records, emphasizing personal empowerment, spiritual guidance, and insight into one’s spiritual path. Her work has helped make the Akashic Records accessible to a wide audience, bridging historical teachings with contemporary spiritual practice.
Contemporary thinkers such as Ervin Laszlo continue to explore the Akashic Records from both spiritual and scientific perspectives. His “Akashic Paradigm” considers consciousness itself as deeply connected to this universal memory field, bridging spirituality and science and offering a holistic view of existence.
What Is an Akashic Records Reading Like?
An Akashic reading is a sacred encounter where a trained reader accesses the akashic library to share insights and guidance. Unlike fortune-telling, these readings focus on understanding the soul’s journey, exploring past patterns, present challenges, and potential futures.
Key aspects of an Akashic Records reading include:
- Connection and Atmosphere: A quiet, focused environment allows both the seeker and reader to connect deeply with the Records.
- Guided Meditations and Intention: The reader may use guided meditations, prayer, or focused intention to attune to the subtle vibrations of the Records.
- Receiving Insights: Messages may come as intuitive impressions, symbols, images, emotions, or subtle sensations, offering clarity and direction.
- Exploring Themes: Common areas of exploration include the soul’s purpose, relationships with loved ones, karmic patterns, and personal growth along the spiritual path.
- Interpretation and Reflection: The reader helps the seeker understand and integrate the messages in ways that resonate with their life experiences.
Many seekers experience the reading as a fluid, interactive process rather than a strict step-by-step session. Each reading is unique, and the insights often help individuals:
- Gain clarity on life’s purpose
- Understand past lives and karmic influences
- Strengthen psychic abilities and intuition
- Receive guidance on relationships, career, or spiritual decisions
- Deepen self-awareness and personal spiritual growth
For those exploring the Akashic Records for the first time, the experience can be transformative, offering validation, reassurance, and a sense of connection to universal wisdom.
What Kind of Questions Can Be Asked?
Questions in an Akashic Records reading are most effective when they are open-ended and focused on personal insight, spiritual growth, and understanding the soul’s purpose. Instead of seeking simple yes or no answers, the goal is to explore guidance, clarity, and healing.
Common questions include:
- What is my life’s purpose in this incarnation?
- How can I align with my soul’s journey and fulfill my soul’s purpose?
- What lessons or patterns am I carrying from past lives?
- Are there karmic influences affecting my current experiences?
- How can I heal or strengthen relationships with loved ones?
- What guidance can I receive to develop my psychic abilities or intuition?
- How can I navigate challenges along my spiritual path?
- What do I need to release or transform for deeper spiritual growth?
- Are there messages from spirit guides or energies I should pay attention to?
- How can I prepare for major life changes or transitions for the first time?
These questions are intended to open a dialogue with the Records, allowing intuitive insights and guidance to emerge naturally. They help seekers gain a deeper understanding of their life, karmic influences, and the lessons their soul has chosen to explore.
Are There Any Dangers in Accessing the Records?
Accessing the Akashic Records is generally considered safe when approached with respect, intention, and openness. The Records are guided by universal wisdom and protected by benevolent beings, sometimes described as light beings or ascended masters, who ensure that the experience serves the seeker’s spiritual growth.
Key points about safety and guidance include:
- Pure Intention Matters: Approaching the Records with humility and sincere curiosity ensures the information received is aligned with the highest good.
- Guided Connection: Using prayers, guided meditations, or working with an experienced reader helps maintain a protected and focused space.
- No Harmful Energy: The Records are designed to offer insight, clarity, and healing rather than fear or harm.
- Support for First-Time Seekers: Those exploring the Records for the first time often find reassurance, calm, and a sense of connection to universal wisdom.
Rather than posing danger, accessing the Records can provide profound understanding of karmic patterns, personal challenges, and past lives. It fosters empowerment, helps release old attachments, and encourages alignment with one’s life’s purpose.
Who Can Read the Akashic Records?
Reading the Akashic Records is not limited to mystics, mediums, or those with innate psychic abilities. Anyone with curiosity, humility, and a sincere commitment to spiritual growth can learn to access this profound source of guidance.
Key insights about who can read the Records:
- No Special Talents Required: Success depends more on intention, practice, and respect than on innate abilities.
- Beginner-Friendly Access: Working with an experienced Akashic Records reader helps first-time seekers understand the process, interpret messages, and feel comfortable navigating the Records.
- Gradual Mastery: Over time, many individuals learn to open their own Records independently or accompany others during readings.
- Ethics and Responsibility: Workshops, courses, and training programs emphasize ethical principles and proper techniques, ensuring readings honor the privacy and integrity of the seeker.
Learning to read the Records becomes a spiritual path in itself, offering insight into the soul’s journey, helping align with life’s purpose, and encouraging personal transformation.
How to Learn to Read the Akashic Records
Learning to read the Akashic Records involves cultivating spiritual awareness, ethical intention, and consistent practice. Many practitioners begin by studying with experienced teachers such as Linda Howe, who provide guidance on opening and closing prayers, meditation techniques, and methods for interpreting the subtle impressions received from the Records. These teachings emphasize approaching the Records with humility, compassion, and a commitment to the seeker’s highest good.
In addition to formal instruction, numerous books, online courses, and webinars help seekers understand the energetic and vibrational nature of the akashic library. Regular practice through guided meditations, journaling, or mindful reflection strengthens intuition, sharpens psychic abilities, and deepens connection to the soul’s journey. Over time, this ongoing practice allows individuals to access their Records more easily, uncover karmic patterns, and gain insight into their life’s purpose and personal growth.
Benefits of Accessing the Records
Accessing the Akashic Records can provide profound insights and support for both personal and spiritual growth. By connecting with this universal archive, individuals gain clarity about their life’s purpose, uncover patterns from past lives, and better understand karmic influences affecting their present experiences. The Records also offer guidance for nurturing relationships with loved ones, developing psychic abilities, and strengthening intuition along the spiritual path.
Many seekers find that the Records enhance their spiritual journey, offering inspiration for guided meditations and practical strategies for daily life. Insights gained can help release limiting beliefs, heal emotional blockages, and align actions with the soul’s purpose. Whether approached for self-reflection, healing, or exploration of the akashic library, accessing the Records fosters a deeper connection to universal wisdom and encourages meaningful transformation over time.
Closing Prayer and Integration
Every Akashic Records session should conclude with a closing prayer, sealing the connection with gratitude and respect for the wisdom received. A simple example might be:
“I thank the keepers of the Records, my guides, and the universal field of wisdom for their presence and guidance. May these insights serve my highest good and the good of all.”
Integration of the insights is just as important as the session itself. Reflecting through journaling, meditation, or personal contemplation helps ground the guidance from the Records into daily life. Over time, consistent practice with the Akashic Records strengthens connection to the soul’s journey, deepens understanding of the soul’s purpose, and supports spiritual growth. Whether exploring past lives, gaining clarity about life’s purpose, or seeking guidance from loved ones, the Akashic Records become a trusted companion on the path of personal transformation.
