Near Death Experiences

[gwenllian111]

I've always wanted to ask others about NDE's, but understand that some may find it too upsetting to discuss - and to those, I sincerely apologise. But would others mind sharing any NDE's that they've had?

I've had three, when I was a young child. Two were when I was in ITU, and I dreamt about being on the 'other side' and the other time, I thought I could feel someone sat at the side of my bed, squeezing my hand - but when I opened my eyes there was no one there.

I do believe in angels now.

Does anyone else?

[ScreaminMeanie]

Twice when I was in ICU (two different events) my family was told I wasn't going to make it (I was not told, BTW), but I had no NDEs as you describe them. One of the two times I was dreaming/hallucinating about my family members trying to kill me! The other time nothing at all out of the ordinary happened except that I felt crappier than usual.

[Hammy8241]

Interesting subject Gwen and one I'm sure you thought long and hard about before posting.

Not something I have any experience of but having seen ghosts I never say never about anything.

[Chris G]

I've never had an NDE, but the subject is fascinating to me. I will be eager to hear all stories that are posted.

[Lightwarrior]

Never had a NDE personally, but as a nurse I have noticed that near the end when people start talking to "loved ones" they are always the dead loved ones not the loved ones who just couldn't make it to the bedside. I also notice a very visible change in the body as the spirit leaves.

[pberggren1]

Yes Gwen. When I firts got sick and was in the process of being dx I believe I had a NDE. I saw Jesus and Mary in a dream standing side by side but that is all I can remember. And Angels do exist. Most people have several Guardian Angels.

[marta]

I haven't had one myself, but my dad had one (he doesn't go on the computer so he wont know I'm sharing ) when he died for just over three minutes (his heart stopped from a penicilin reaction) he remembers floating above ground and seeing various coloured lights - like a runway at an airport - and he had to choose which one to follow. He said it was very comfortable and pleasant and he didn't feel any pain or ill feelings. They then brought him back and he didn't have to make the choice afterall. Also, like Lightwarrior said, I saw/felt a 'peace' I've never experienced before the moments before my grandpa passed away in my arms. I didn't know what/who it was, but I knew that grandpa would be fine once he left here. I was certain of it. In fact I was happy for him because he was having a hard time physically in his last hours. It was a strange experience because once he passed away I didn't panic like I thought I would, I stayed with him for a couple of minutes in my arms, then went and very calmly told the nurses in the hospital that grandpa was gone. I know he's fine and at peace wherever he is. It was an amazing feeling of trust and peace and love.

[gwenllian111]

Never had a NDE personally, but as a nurse I have noticed that near the end when people start talking to "loved ones" they are always the dead loved ones not the loved ones who just couldn't make it to the bedside. I also notice a very visible change in the body as the spirit leaves.

What's the change like? Are people very calm?

[Geoff]

I believe that I have a guardian angel that heps me out, sometimes when I have to make a decision and sometimes when things get rough. When I was first admitted into Hospital they had to cut into my neck to put a large pipe to facilitate the plasma exchange. This was to be carried out under a 'local' so you can imagine my trepidation. Lying on the slab listening to them 'pick out a sharp one' was not good; however, the room was suddenly diffused by an incredible amount of bright white light, like a searchlight and I couldnt see a thing. I was however overcome with a sense of peace and reassurance, it was going to be fine....and so it was!

[gwenllian111]

That's similar to what happened when I was in HDU (High Dependancy Unit). I remember looking at the clock one night, and it was 1am in the morning. The ward was quiet, and my Dad was sat sleeping next to me in a chair. I was feeling very frightened, and I didn't know if I was going to live or not. Suddenly, there was a huge whirlwind that swept through the room, and suddenly I felt so full of energy that I felt that I could have smashed through the ceiling. It was incredible. The room filled with light, and suddenly there was just peace. I honestly felt as if it was the angels way of saying 'you will be OK from this point forwards' - and I was.

The other things I took away from that period of time, was never to be frightened of death. I was given the 'last rites' in ITU, and there was a 24 hr period where doctors told my family to prepare for the worst. I can't remember why not to be afraid of death, but I just carry it with me.

Which is ironic really, considering I have terrible death anxiety!

Being on the wards over the years though, i've seen quite a few people die on the wards...and their last moment do look so peaceful.

There was one lady on the ward a few months ago, called Betty. She was a very nice old lady, and she was in hospital needing a little procedure doing to her esophagus. As the doctors did their evening ward round, she said 'I don't want this surgery - i'm scared.' But, doctors being doctors told her not to worry, and that they would see her in the morning.

The next morning, Betty collapsed on the commode, and suddenly all the alarms went off. Doctors rushed in, and there wasn't much they could do - but she lived for a few more hours therafter. Even after this event, she didn't want her family there as she 'didn't want them to see her like this.' So sad.

As they moved her to a side room, you could see that her breathing pattern changed, and that she went a very white colour. RIP Betty.
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