Shared Death Experiences; Supernatural Events Around the Dying
New research is shedding light on Shared Death Experiences; when the living accompany the dying on their journey into what may lie beyond.
While there has been a good deal of attention paid to the Near-Death Experience, very little is known by the general public about the Shared Death Experience (SDE).
A new research survey is the first of its kind to explore at length this fascinating phenomenon.
William Peters is the founder of the Shared Crossing Project, which is dedicated to educating people about the transformative experiences of the dying. He is also the author of the recently published book “At Heaven’s Door.”
“A Shared Death Experience occurs when somebody dies and a loved one, caregiver, bystander expresses that they feel like they shared in the transition of the dying from this human life to a life beyond and into the initial stages of the afterlife,” Peters said. “There are a variety of ways to be an SDE experiencer, you can be at bedside; about one-third of our cases are from experiencers who are just at the bedside in the room when someone is dying. Two-thirds are remote, that means they’re not even at the bedside when someone is dying, they’re doing life somewhere oftentimes they’re sleeping and they find themselves drawn into an experience, the shared death experience, in which they’re sharing a variety of phenomena.”
Peters has interviewed hundreds of people about their experiences and estimates that up to a quarter of the world’s population may have had an SDE.
The Shared Crossing Research Initiative’s recent survey of SDE accounts brings forth the range of phenomena common to the experience.
“So the most common phenomena would be this: alteration in the time-space continuum in the room. So, all of a sudden if you’re with them or even if you’re remote, you get a little dizzy, you realize your world is getting a little warped. Then you might feel a pressure, a pull upon your chest. If you’re bedside you might see a spirit, the soul-spirit leaving the body. It can look like steam, smoke, or mist coming off of the body. You’ll notice the light is changing all around you. People 51 percent of the time report seeing the dying. They report seeing the dying moving on a journey, and there is often communication with them. But they are with this loved one, presumably because that’s what it is most of the time, witnessing this transition,” Peters said.
Some of the more fascinating accounts involve multiple people experiencing an SDE around the same death.
“This experience I’m going to share is from Amelia. Her son Tom was diagnosed with cancer at 10 years old, terminal,” Peters said. “And when Tom finally died, she was with him in his bed, and she saw a beautiful lady of light appear. So she handed her beloved son of 13 years old to this woman, spirit being, who was majestic and pulled Tom with her and let Amelia know, ‘I’ve got him.’ Right when this experience was going on, Amelia’s sister Charmaine, walked into the room. Charmaine described seeing Tom rise out of his bed and head upwards into another dimension, and she felt all this loving-kindness around. So they had two different SDEs was around the death of Tom, but very validating,” Can science explain these remarkable experiences? Peters gives us his take.”
“There is some energetic frequency — we’re all energetic — and I think as somebody’s dying, their frequency is changing as they drop their human body and begin to enter into another dimension. In this frequency, you can be drawn into it, and your frequency as a person will change. I think there’s a pull from this field to the experiencer,” Peters said.
One particularly meaningful aspect of the SDE is the profound effect it has on the experiencer.
“From our research, the after-effects are highly beneficial and profound. They have a sense that their deceased loved one is alive and well in a benevolent afterlife. They have a sense that they’re going to see their deceased loved one at some point. They have an alleviation in their own anxiety and fear of death.”
Peters has developed methods for training people to have these experiences, which involve connecting with a loved one whose death is imminent and then entering into a state of love, receptivity, and acceptance. To Peters, the implications of researching and educating people on the SDE are far-reaching.
“Really what we’re hoping is that these experiences can be embraced by our health care systems, by those of us who care for people, so that these experiences can transform how it is that we die. The SDE offers us an invitation to see death through this beautiful lens of what’s possible. A best death possible for all of us includes one with a shared death experience, for ourselves and for our loved ones,” Peters said.
What Spiritual Portals Are and How They Influence Your Energy
Spiritual portals are moments of high frequency in which the Earth and the collective consciousness experience a vibrational opening. These specific dates support processes of transformation, energetic cleansing, and deep spiritual connection. In this article, we explore what these portals are, how they work, and how you can align with them to enhance your well-being and personal evolution.
Table of Contents
- What Are Spiritual Portals?
- Key Dates of the Year When Spiritual Portals Open
- Beyond Repeating Numbers: Other Portals Throughout the Year
- How to Make the Most of Spiritual Portals
- What Time Do Spiritual Portals Open and Close?
- 7 Places on Earth That Act as Energy Portals
What Are Spiritual Portals?
Spiritual portals are moments of vibrational alignment in which the flow of energy between subtle planes and the physical plane intensifies. They often coincide with repeating numerical dates—such as 11/11 or 12/12—and significant astrological movements. During these periods, many people experience heightened sensitivity, mental clarity, or emotional openness, as the available energy activates internal processes of transformation.
Although these are not visible phenomena, their effect can be felt on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. Some people notice changes in sleep patterns, deep introspective states, or a stronger connection with their intuition. Others perceive these portals as opportunities to close cycles, release blockages, and plant new intentions from a more conscious state.
In the series Quantum Effect, available on Gaia, the show explores how energy influences both individual and collective consciousness. Through this perspective, it becomes clear that we live in a vast energetic ocean where our decisions and vibrational states open different possibilities of experience. This understanding is especially helpful for comprehending the impact of spiritual portals—also known as energy portals or sacred portals—and how to use them consciously to elevate your vibration and awareness.
Key Dates of the Year When Spiritual Portals Open
Spiritual portals appear on specific dates that repeat numbers or vibrational patterns, such as 01/01 or 11/11. These moments are seen as opportunities to raise your personal frequency, release burdens from the past, and plant new intentions. Below are the 12 main portals of the year and the type of energy associated with each one.
- 01/01: Marks the beginning of the annual cycle and represents an opening to new opportunities. It’s an ideal time to set clear intentions and visualize your next steps.
- 02/02: Connects with duality and cooperation. Supports the reconciliation of opposites and the strengthening of personal relationships.
- 03/03: Its energy is linked to creativity and personal expression. A favorable day to start artistic or communication-based projects.
- 04/04: Reinforces stability and order. Encourages building solid foundations for long-term projects and organizing everyday life.
- 05/05: Represents change and transformation. Invites you to let go of the old and open to renewed experiences more aligned with your personal purpose.
- 06/06: Associated with harmony and balance. Encourages connection with family, compassion, and the search for inner peace.
- 07/07: Connects with spirituality and intuition. It’s a day to meditate, go deeper into self-knowledge, and listen to your inner voice.
- 08/08 (Lion’s Gate Portal): One of the most powerful portals of the year, aligned with the Leo constellation and the star Sirius. It’s associated with abundance, expansion, and the activation of personal energy.
- 09/09: Its vibration is connected with the closing of cycles. An ideal time to release emotional burdens and bring unfinished processes to completion.
- 10/10: Represents fulfillment and rebirth. Offers the possibility to begin a new phase with greater clarity and determination.
- 11/11: Considered the ultimate spiritual portal. Its energy amplifies the connection with higher dimensions and the opening of consciousness.
- 12/12: Marks the energetic closure of the annual cycle. A time to integrate lessons and prepare for the new frequency of the year ahead.
Beyond Repeating Numbers: Other Portals Throughout the Year
In addition to spiritual portals that open on repeating dates, there are other times of the year when the energy of the planet and cosmos supports significant vibrational openings. These portals are associated with astronomical phenomena and movements in nature that directly impact collective consciousness.
- Solar eclipses: Considered powerful portals of initiation and revelation. Their energy drives deep changes and the manifestation of new realities.
- Lunar eclipses: Linked to the closing of cycles and emotional release. Help let go of the past and create space for the new.
- Equinoxes (March and September): Represent the balance between light and darkness. These are portals of renewal, inner balance, and harmony with nature.
- Solstices (June and December): Act as gateways of transformation. The summer solstice enhances vitality and expansion, while the winter solstice invites introspection and the planting of intentions.
- Planetary alignments: When two or more planets meet in conjunction, a unique energetic flow opens. These alignments support the expansion of consciousness and connection with higher realms.
How to Make the Most of Spiritual Portals
Connecting with the energy of spiritual portals is an opportunity to align personal intention with the frequency available on those days. The key lies in preparing consciously—creating space for reflection, inner openness, and the kind of energetic work that resonates most with you.
One of the most common ways to engage with these portals is through symbolic rituals, such as lighting candles, writing intentions in a journal, or working with crystals that enhance the vibration. These practices help focus the mind and direct energy toward clear goals, turning the portal into an ally for transformation.
Meditation, energy baths, and connection with nature are also recommended as ways to integrate the available energy. These actions support emotional clearing, mental clarity, and strengthening of the personal energy field, allowing the portal to act as a catalyst for well-being and spiritual evolution.
What Time Do Spiritual Portals Open and Close?
Spiritual portals do not activate at an exact hour, nor do they function like a switch that turns on and off. Their energy begins to be felt days before the marked date and often lingers even after it has passed, creating a vibrational field that accompanies the transition.
This means there’s no need to focus on a precise minute to connect with the portal. What matters is to tune in to the energy of the period, since its influence unfolds gradually and can be embraced flexibly depending on your personal needs.
7 Places on Earth That Act as Energy Portals
Beyond portals linked to dates and astronomical events, there are places on Earth considered centers of high energetic vibration. These natural and ancestral sites are known for generating sensations of spiritual connection, expanded awareness, and inner healing.
Throughout history, cultures from around the world have regarded these locations as sacred sites, used for rituals, pilgrimages, and spiritual practices. Today, many people visit them to experience their transformative influence and open themselves to the energy they emanate.
- Machu Picchu (Peru): Ancient Incan city in the Andes, considered a center of ancestral wisdom. Its energy is associated with cosmic connection and spiritual expansion.
- Giza Pyramids (Egypt): Ancient monuments aligned with specific constellations. They are seen as gateways linking Earth’s energy with cosmic forces.
- Mount Shasta (United States): Sacred mountain in California connected to legends of ancient civilizations. Recognized as a portal for spiritual transformation and inner awakening.
- Stonehenge (England): Megalithic monument aligned with the solstices. Believed to channel and concentrate cosmic energy onto the Earth.
- Uluru (Australia): Also known as Ayers Rock, this is a sacred place for Aboriginal peoples. It represents a spiritual power center and connection with creation.
- Lake Titicaca (Bolivia–Peru): Considered a portal of energetic renewal and spiritual awakening. Believed to be a point of union between dimensions.
- Mount Kailash (Tibet): Sacred mountain for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. Regarded as a spiritual axis of the world and a center of deep purification.
