Part 4 of groundedpsychic.com afterlife series:
For centuries, the mystery of what happens after death has fascinated spiritual seekers and researchers alike.
While reincarnation theories often focus on past and future lives, an intriguing aspect of the soul’s journey is the time spent between incarnations.
Dr. Michael Newton, a counseling psychologist, master hypnotherapist, and teacher for more than forty years dedicated his career to uncovering the secrets of the interlife, our soul's life between lives, chronicling his findings in his books Journey of Souls, and Destiny of Souls.
His research, based on thousands of case studies from deep hypnotic regression, provides a compelling and structured narrative of what occurs in the space
between lives.
The Process of Transition
In his books, Newton’s subjects describe a consistent sequence of events that occur immediately after physical death. Many report experiencing a sense of floating above their body, followed by encounters with a bright light or an energy portal. This leads them into the spirit world, where they are often greeted by spirit guides or deceased loved ones who help them transition.
Some souls may experience a period of disorientation, particularly if their death was traumatic or unexpected. Spirit guides, often play a crucial role in helping them adjust and move forward. The transition process varies for each individual based on their level of spiritual awareness and readiness to embrace the next phase of existence.
To order a Psychic Reading or Past Life Reading from Laura: Book Now
Between Lives Exploration Review and Healing
After arriving in the spirit realm, most souls undergo a period of reflection and healing. This life review process is not about punishment but rather an opportunity for learning and growth. In the presence of wise spiritual beings, souls review their most recent lifetime, analyzing their decisions, challenges, and relationships to understand how they contributed to their personal and spiritual development.
Healing centers within the spirit world serve as places for rejuvenation, where souls recover from traumatic experiences before preparing for their next incarnation. These centers provide emotional and spiritual restoration, allowing souls to process unresolved emotions, heal from past-life wounds, and realign with their true essence.
Soul Groups and Spiritual Development
Newton’s research highlights that souls do not journey alone. Instead, they belong to soul groups—clusters of spirits with whom they share multiple lifetimes. These groups act as learning circles, where members support one another in personal growth. Within these soul groups, some souls play roles such as mentors, close companions, or even adversaries designed to push one another toward greater self-awareness.
Souls progress through different levels of development, often categorized by their experience and wisdom. Younger souls focus on learning fundamental spiritual lessons, while advanced souls take on responsibilities such as guiding others or assisting with planetary evolution.
Some advanced souls choose to incarnate as spiritual teachers, healers, or leaders, bringing wisdom and enlightenment to others on Earth. Others may remain in the spirit world, working as guides for souls still undergoing their earthly journeys.
Council of Elders and Planning the Next Life
One of the most profound aspects of the between-life experience involves meeting with the Council of Elders, a group of highly evolved spiritual beings who provide guidance and assess a soul’s progress. These meetings serve as a checkpoint where souls reflect on their past experiences and prepare for future incarnations.
Souls actively participate in planning their next lifetime, choosing specific challenges, relationships, and lessons that will aid in their growth. Factors such as karma, unresolved lessons, and collective agreements influence these decisions. Souls often select their future families, geographic locations, and even significant life events to align with their spiritual objectives.
Newton’s case studies reveal that souls are given glimpses of potential future lives and the challenges they will face. They may also consult with their soul group members, who may agree to play key roles in their next incarnation, such as parents, siblings, or close friends.
They can enter a sort of interactive theater and view images of potential future lives to choose from. Will they be a doctor, artist, forest manager? The soul's future possibilities are explored.
Choosing a New Body and Reincarnation
Before reincarnating, souls are presented with different body options that fit their intended lessons. These choices consider genetic predispositions, societal influences, and environmental factors that will shape their experiences. Once a body is chosen, the soul integrates with its new form, gradually forgetting its past-life memories as it enters the physical realm.
Souls may spend varying amounts of time in the spirit world before reincarnating. Some choose to return quickly, eager to continue their learning, while others may remain in the interlife for extended periods, engaging in further study, teaching, or assisting newly arrived souls.
To order a Psychic Reading or Past Life Reading from Laura: Book Now
Roles in the Spirit World
Not all souls reincarnate immediately; some take on specific roles within the spirit world. Advanced souls may become guides for younger, less experienced spirits, helping them navigate both the spirit world and their incarnations on Earth.
Others work in the realm of healing, assisting in the recovery of souls who experienced particularly difficult lives or traumatic deaths. Some choose to heal the living, animals, and even the planets.
Another fascinating role is that of the soul who chooses to assist in the creation of life plans, helping to design experiences that will provide maximum growth opportunities. Some souls also serve as messengers, communicating between different dimensions and realms.
Skepticism and Validation
While Newton’s work has been embraced by many who seek a deeper understanding of the soul’s journey, skeptics argue that hypnotic regression may be influenced by subconscious imagination or therapist suggestion. However, the consistency of reports from individuals across different backgrounds, coupled with near-death experiences (NDEs) and other spiritual traditions, provides a compelling case for the validity of the interlife experience.
Many of the themes described by Newton’s subjects align with accounts from individuals who have undergone NDEs. These people report experiences of floating above their bodies, encountering loving beings, and undergoing profound life reviews, all of which mirror the interlife descriptions found in Newton’s research.
Moreover, some individuals who have never heard of Newton’s work describe similar themes during spontaneous past-life regressions or meditative states. This suggests that the concept of an interlife may be a universal experience rather than one shaped solely by belief or suggestion. Between Lives Exploration
Conclusion
The journey between lives offers a fascinating perspective on existence, shedding light on the continuity of consciousness and the purposeful nature of reincarnation. Whether viewed as literal truth or a metaphorical exploration of the subconscious, Newton’s research invites us to reconsider the meaning of life, death, and the spaces in between.
Exploring the interlife encourages us to live with greater intention, knowing that our experiences contribute to a larger journey of soul evolution. If Newton’s findings hold any truth, then life is not merely a random occurrence but a carefully crafted journey filled with opportunities for learning, growth, and deep spiritual connection.
Thank you for reading groundedpsychic.com
To order a Psychic Reading or Past Life Reading from Laura: Book Now
Comments