Ailish
Administrator Emerita
validation
1: the act of validating; finding or testing the truth of something 2: the cognitive process of establishing a valid proof
In general, validation is the process of checking if something satisfies a certain criterion. Also, it implies being able to testify that a solution or process is correct or compliant with set standards or rules.
I have no desire to "prove" the existence of past life recall to the fanatical skeptic, since I feel the literature on the subject is replete with such proof. I have been thinking more about the many people today who are interested in experiencing past life memories for themselves. Most of them come here wanting to know if their memories are real.
There are a number of indications, according to researchers, that a past life memory, whether spontaneously recalled or found under hypnosis, is an accurate recollection. First, there are the emotions evoked by the experience. These powerful feelings can be an indication that a past life memory is accurate.
Other validations occur when individuals have automatic, unthinking responses during their sessions that are historically correct -- and can be verified by research. While such historical proof may be beyond the reach of many people – and historically speaking, accurate records are hard to find before a certain time period -- it is not difficult to examine such things as clothing, architecture, diet, and technology to find historical parallels.
Another type of validation of past life memories occurs when we meet people who have shared our past life experiences and remembers them the way we do.
We are all responsible for using common sense when delving into past lives. The point is....if you are looking at the life honestly -- you are focused on the perspective, not on romanticizing it.
It’s definitely a balance thing, imo. It's about believing in yourself -- and your memories, but also it's about not letting go completely of all skepticism. When a past life seems questionable, question it. Places, names, cultural clues are easily verifiable with a little work and determination.
I am curious – and wondering how all of you feel about validating your past life memories? What do you do personally to validate your memories? How much verifiable evidence do you need before accepting your memories as truth?
Ailish