What Is Remote Viewing?
Remote viewing is the practice of seeking impressions about a distant or unseen target using extrasensory perception. The term was coined by Ingo Swann and formalized during classified US government programs at Stanford Research Institute.
Unlike other psychic phenomena, remote viewing is structured and protocol-driven. The viewer does not know the target location or nature during the session, and their impressions are recorded and later evaluated.
The Sworn Method
Ingo Swann developed the original remote viewing method, which involved a specific protocol of entering a relaxed state, receiving a coordinate, and describing perceptions without judgment or analysis.
Coordinate Remote Viewing
Coordinate RV, formalized by Harold Puthoff and Russell Targ, uses geographic coordinates to specify targets. The viewer perceives the target at that coordinate without any prior knowledge of what is there.
Basic RV Protocol
A basic RV session involves: entering a relaxed state, receiving a target coordinate or envelope, recording perceptions at regular intervals, and later comparing descriptions with the actual target.
Practice Session Structure
A practice session should last 20-45 minutes. Begin with grounding, then receive your target, record perceptions in the CRV format, and close by debriefing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is remote viewing the same as astral projection?
No. Remote viewing is perceiving a distant target, while astral projection involves traveling the astral body.
Can remote viewing be learned?
Yes, with consistent practice and proper training.
What is the success rate of remote viewing?
Controlled studies show above-chance accuracy, though not 100%.
Related Resources
References
- Ingo Swann, Remote Viewing Secrets.
- Russell Targ, Mind Reach.
- Ed Dames, Remote Viewing.
- FBI Remote Viewing Program documents.