As much I hate to admit it, I have a reputation for being the proverbial people pleaser. Well, at least I used to.

Strange as it may sound, (and perhaps to the glee of many in the UFO/UAP community), the “doormat” aspect of my personality was finally put to rest in my forties after a lengthy encounter with a large, luminous, white orb. That’s right. A fifty-minute close encounter with a plasma-like ball of white light was able to accomplish that which I was unable to. It strengthened me by helping me to alter unhealthy and deeply ingrained patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving.

Looking back, it’s a little embarrassing to admit that I used to live my life as a people pleaser, however, such an outcome is hardly a surprise. After all, as a youngster I witnessed several domestic violence incidents at the hands of a raging alcoholic. Somewhere in the back of my mind, I can still hear the screams, the slamming of vodka bottles and the slumping of my mother’s body onto the floor at the hands of my father. To this day, I love both of my parents and mean no disrespect by discussing these issues in the public domain. (May my dad rest in peace.) The reason I’m doing this is to reach others with similar backgrounds. Maybe some of what I’m sharing here will help at least one other person. With any luck, it’ll help more.

The fact of the matter is, as a kid, I learned to keep my mouth shut as a result of everything I saw and heard at home. I watched, listened and soaked in everything like a sponge, but for the longest time, I said nothing at school about the atrocities at home. By watching my parents’ emotional unavailability and dysfunctional interactions, I also learned that I wasn’t worthy of love and that I must never outshine someone else, especially if they suffered from a fragile ego or chemical dependency. Equally impactful was how I learned to shy away from standing up for myself, even if a kid on the playground bullied me. (It took me weeks to months to correct such behavior from another child.)

Later, because I was an empathetic person, my popularity increased in Florida where I attended high school. Any counselor would say that such outcomes are predictable when someone grows up in a family ravaged by mental illness, domestic violence and addiction. Those who are most fortunate make many friends at school, as this creates a safe space away from home. Those who are less fortunate suffer worse outcomes.

As it turned out, thanks to my friends, a couple of caring adults and some help from above, I was able to beat the odds of becoming an alcoholic myself. As an adult, I sought help for depression and anxiety. I married and had a child. (Not to brag, but to this day I pride myself on being a very good parent despite having little to model my behavior from.) I graduated from college and went on for additional training in massage therapy. I also owned two nanotechnology start-ups and founded Alien Experiencers Network. But there’s a lot more to my story than meets the eye.

After I grew up and left home, I figured out that, unlike my mom, I could make reasoned arguments on important topics – but only ever so gently. The thing is, if someone said “no” to a particular idea, then it was NO. Period. Hard as I tried, I just couldn’t quite make it over the hurdle of defending the logic, experience, expertise and intuition behind my viewpoint, though heaven knows I wanted to. I’d push for what I knew with every fiber of my being was right - but only so hard. Then I’d back away, like the good, placating person I’d been trained to be. With my doormat behavior now firmly in place, I ended up negatively impacting my emotional and physical health. Eventually, I put my financial future at risk as well.

The years ticked by, and my doormat status extended to include life beyond my own family’s home. Need someone to work lots of extra hours for free? I was your gal. Need someone to tiptoe around Person X, Y or Z’s ridiculous, narcissistic behavior? I was definitely your gal. To my chagrin, for nearly three decades, there was seemingly no end to what I would do to please others. As a result, I smiled on the outside, but inside I was furious. Ironically, I was desperate not to repeat the mistakes of my parents, yet despite my best efforts, I often found myself behaving similarly to them.

To be clear, there was no physical violence in my adult home, and for that, I was extremely thankful. But there wasn’t a strong marital connection, either. How could there be when I kept my most authentic thoughts and feelings squirreled away? And so it was, several years into my marriage (which looked good on paper), that I had effectively become the queen of codependence. This meant that I endured a heck of a lot of tiptoeing around lots of different people – until that orb showed up.

However people choose to label these mysterious balls of light - UFOs, UAPs, angels, foo fighters or light beings - I can tell you without a doubt that it had an intelligence to it. It was loving, kind, gentle and wise. Admittedly, it took me awhile to get over my initial fear, but approximately fifteen minutes into our close encounter, I realized Mr. Orb wasn’t there to harm me. That's when my fear morphed into total, complete and utter fascination.

Today, as I look back on that “alien experience”, I believe the orb visited to remind me that there is more to life than feeling afraid, angry and trapped by other people’s expectations. It reminded me that I am worthy of genuine affection. It prodded me to shine brightly and not to allow those who do not have my best interests at heart to hold me back from achieving my personal best. It also forced me to recognize that I needed to take responsibility for myself because I am stronger, smarter and braver than I ever gave myself credit for being. As it turned out, by ruminating on the negative, I had forgotten that I had repeatedly demonstrated adaptability, intelligence, temperance, justice and wisdom in between the instances where I had allowed people to walk all over me. I believe that orb recognized that I had reached a point in my life where I needed someone outside my sphere of influence to highlight these lessons.

Eventually I came to the realization that, in its own unique ways (which were sometimes harsh after our initial meeting), the orb had given me the courage to let go of toxic familiarity. This allowed me to flourish while establishing Alien Experiencers Network, which in turn helped others to grow as a result of their own alien experiences. Perhaps most of all, through its initiation by way of an amazing spiritual awakening, the orb reminded me that I am a child of God/the universe/nature, and as such, I am connected to everything. Coming to this realization was something more beautiful, magnificent and awe-inspiring than I had ever imagined.

So it is, after a lifetime of anomalous experiences, and a tremendous amount of prayerful contemplation, that I have officially decided to establish a You Tube channel in 2023. My goal is to regularly engage the public on what is arguably one of the most important topics of our time: the spiritually transformative nature of ET, UAP/UFO, and paranormal/supernatural experiences. There’s a lot to this topic. It covers not only the physical and psychological impacts of contact and close encounters, it also addresses the changes to the trajectory of an individual’s personal and spiritual development (a HUGE topic). Additionally, I will present how ET technology interacts with the human energy system, what a transhumanist future may look like, the impacts of government reluctance to fully disclose the truth, soul walk-ins, genetic manipulation and much more. Nearly every aspect of this overarching topic impacts each of us spiritually, emotionally and intellectually - even if it's one person at a time, as in cases of individual close encounters and direct contact. Then again, these private contacts are often shared with at least one other person, which at a minimum, doubles their impact. Talk about a grass roots movement!

Please know that I consider my work in this field to be an honor and a privilege. I would also like to state that I am approaching this project with a humble and truth-seeking heart, because while I believe that humankind’s future presently lies in the balance, with any luck, one day soon it’ll lie among the stars.

Stay tuned, more information will follow in early 2023…

Wishing you love and light,
Donna M. Atwood

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Donna M. Atwood, founder of ALIEN EXPERIENCERS NETWORK is also an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. In fiction, she draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters, while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi's exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and ET/UAP/paranormal experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. Donna M. Atwood is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the American Massage Therapy Association, the New York Writers Association and Rave Reviews Book Club. Additionally, she proudly supports the Phoenix, Arizona chapter of the Mutual UFO Network. Currently, Ms. Atwood resides in Tucson, Arizona where, when not working, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, including her granddog, Luna. She has also been sighted around Sedona, Arizona where she partakes of its vibrant arts community, New Age shops, and world-class hiking. But more than anything else, when it comes to her work, Ms. Atwood loves connecting with other experiencers around the world. She believes there is nothing more important than sharing contact experiences and learning from and supporting one another.

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By D.M. Atwood

These days, the war in Ukraine is understandably on everyone’s minds. For most people, there’s no aspect about this war that doesn’t cause a lump to form in their throat or an expression of horror on their face. The thing is, as difficult as all of this is, for those who are especially sensitive, such emotions can become extremely difficult to cope with. That’s because not only do sensitive people experience emotions in a magnified manner, in some cases they can actually become a part of a person. Sound impossible? Let’s take a closer look.

Unlike approximately 85% of the population, a highly sensitive person (HSP) is literally able to experience the emotions of others. Empaths, on the other hand, can be thought of as HSPs who are also able to absorb into their body, subtle energy from other people, as well as the physical environment. For those who are unfamiliar with this subject, an easy way to remember what an empath is, is to think of them as being the exact opposite of a narcissist. It's easy for an empath to absorb another person's anxiety, for example.

The subject of subtle energy was first introduced to me during an energy healing class in massage therapy school. You may have heard of energy healing as it relates to balancing the chakra system. In its simplest terms, subtle energy is that which can be seen, felt, or heard by (and only by) energy sensitive people. Examples include seeing a person’s aura or picking up on words or sounds clairaudiently. Furthermore, since everything vibrates with energy, those who pick up on these invisible vibrations (electromagnetic wavelengths), are able to feel another person’s pain, joy, stress, love, hate, confusion, disappointment, and sadness much more acutely than most.   

It is precisely this high level of sensitivity which makes HSPs and empaths excellent counselors and friends. Frankly, they are genuinely understanding and compassionate people. But here's the catch: an empath’s greatest gift can also feel like a huge burden. This is due to how quickly they become immersed in, and overwhelmed by, a given situation – including the ongoing war in Ukraine. As such, empaths (as well as HSPs) regularly require time alone to recharge their batteries. I should know. I myself am an empath who also happens to have expanded extrasensory gifts, with clairaudience being my dominant ability. Such people are known as psychic empaths. Many empaths have psychic abilities. In my case, all of my sensitivities grew more pronounced after my 50-minute close encounter with a UAP ten years ago. This in turn led to a fast-paced and intense spiritual awakening which Native American shamans refer to as a spiritual initiation. Believe me when I tell you, such an experience isn’t for the faint of heart.

It’s because of my extremely sensitive nature that I have found the war in Ukraine to be beyond upsetting. Honestly, at times, I've felt completely consumed. One minute I've been saddened, the next, furious. I don’t want nuclear war, but I do want the Ukrainian’s spared from anymore heartache, death and destruction. Not doing more for these innocent people – not providing planes to Ukraine – feels wrong. Watching their dead be placed into mass graves breaks my heart – so much so that it’s as if each corpse is someone I’ve personally known for years. I want Putin and his generals held accountable for war crimes. Frankly, I’m wondering why someone hasn’t already taken Putin out, as this seems like an effective way to shut this whole thing down. At the same time, I’m concerned we’re on the precipice of a growing existential crisis – one that I cannot personally control. As such, I have fervently prayed. I have also cheered on President Zelensky; to me, he’s an amazing example of what true leadership looks like. Additionally, I have spoken out publicly against this invasion and have donated to help the refugees. Finally, as someone with an interest in exopolitics, I’d like to see wise and benevolent extraterrestrials assist NATO in this matter, even if indirectly. I’m certain their unique perspective could shine a light on some useful ideas. (For more information on exopolitics, I recommend checking out Michael Salla’s books.)

Recently, I had to admit that I was having difficulty coping with what’s been happening. At the same time, I realized that other HSPs and empaths might be on the same emotional rollercoaster. This is why I thought it prudent to share a few simple ideas on how all of us can take better care of ourselves, while still continuing to help the Ukrainian people in meaningful ways:

Create a schedule for watching or reading the news. Keeping the TV on all day can cause anxiety in HSPs and empaths;

Set aside some alone time – staying busy every minute of the day is draining and stressful for sensitive people;

Journal your feelings. Don’t keep them inside;

Take a leisurely bath. Water can be calming for sensitive people;

Spend time in nature. Empaths benefit energetically from walking barefoot in the grass;

Try not to imagine the worst-case scenario – it very well may not happen;

Meditate. It’s good for lowering blood pressure, increasing creativity and keeping one focused on the present;

Speak out on behalf of the Ukrainian people, perhaps on social media or with family and friends;

Donate money to a reputable charity which is focused on helping the Ukrainian people;

Exercise. Run, go for a walk, swim. Go to the gym. Get on the treadmill that’s collecting dust in the basement. Just move, it’s a great stress release;

Immerse yourself in a movie or book, preferably something funny. Laughter is good both physically and emotionally.  

Thank you for taking the time to read this post; I sincerely hope you found a helpful nugget or two. If so, please click the like button and share it on your social media accounts. Together, we can reach out to and help other HSPs and empaths during this dark and challenging time.

Are you an HSP or empath? I’d love to hear how you’ve been coping since the Ukrainian war broke out. Some of you might have struggled as I did for months prior to the invasion with feelings of anxiety, clairaudient messages, or other types of psychic phenomena! Either way, I always love hearing from others. If you're comfortable, I'd appreciate reading about your personal experiences and any coping strategies you'd like to share.

Wishing you love and light,
D.M. Atwood (Donna)

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​D. M. Atwood, founder of ALIEN EXPERIENCERS NETWORK is also an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist, alien/UFO experiencer and student of spiritual studies, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood is a member of  the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the American Massage Therapy Association, the New York Writers Association and Rave Reviews Book Club. Additionally, she proudly supports the Phoenix, Arizona chapter of the Mutual UFO Network and is presently training to become a Certified Field Investigator. Currently, Ms. Atwood resides in Tucson, Arizona where she enjoys spending time her friends and family, including her granddog, Luna.

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Since about  the age of four, I've experienced some strange occurrences including UAP, ET and paranormal encounters, among other things. As you might expect, all of this high strangeness has resulted in my deeply contemplating humankind's place in our solar system, as well as in the universe as a whole. Looking back, it’s difficult to describe just how much I’ve grown from these experiences. The history and culture I've learned through my research. The extraterrestrial species I've discovered. The purpose behind the technology of each person's soul. But above all else, I've come to appreciate the intelligent determination and divinity which exist all around us. For me this has been a time of amazing discovery. Even so, its been slow going. After all, if growth is non-linear, then spiritual growth - with its light-filled rapture and dark, dreadful nights -  is downright chaotic. 

While my it's true that  journey into all of this took root during my early childhood, it was approximately ten years ago when I noticed a sudden and dramatic uptick in my otherworldly experiences. This began late one night after I witnessed a large luminous orb of plasma hovering off the ground in upstate New York. To be clear, this was a close encounter; the ball of light was no more than twenty-five feet away. Perhaps more interesting was the fact that it seemed to be intelligent. Conscious, even.     
   
The very next night, I experienced what Native Americans refer to as a shamanic initiation crisis. Others call it the living resurrection. Either way, at the time I had no idea what was happening as my body shook in what could best be described as grand mal seizure-type movements. While it's true that I was wide awake and fully conscious as my body shook, for some reason, I was remarkably calm. Intuitively, I knew the shaking wouldn't last long and that I would physically be all right. What I did not know was just how much this experience would expand my mind. It blew it wide open! So wide in fact that I was literally clairaudient overnight. Because everything happened so quickly and unexpectedly, I didn't have a clue how to handle my psychic abilities. Then again, how could I, given the fact that I mistakenly thought I was experiencing psychosis. As a result, things were tough going there for awhile. Frankly, for a couple of years afterwards, I was concerned about my mental health—so much so that I sought help from a psychiatrist. Within two weeks, he told me I was fine. Honestly, I wasn’t so sure.

Not knowing what to think, I went on to attribute my experiences to hallucinations from a medication I’d been prescribed. Truth is, my experiences were so bizarre and so otherworldly, that this was the only explanation that made any sense to me. A large glowing orb? A seizure-like event? A sudden ability to hear things inside my head? For God's sake, what was going on? It was all nearly too much to handle.

Of course we all know that even during the worst of times, life has a way of moving forward. As such, years passed and my understanding of otherworldly entities and spirituality increased. I did endure quite a few trials, tribulations and lessons. But these served to strengthen me in ways which were necessary for me to be able to speak openly about UFOs, ETs, interdimensionals and their link to increased perception and spirituality. One of the really cool aspects to my case is the fact that I didn't need any illicit drugs to breakthrough to the other side of reality. 

Looking back, this spiritual journey of mine has been everything from beautiful to bizarre. For example, my dark night of the soul was utterly terrifying - as in the-scariest-movie-you've-ever-seen-in-your-life type of experience. But it served as the flashpoint for change in a couple of my key relationships. Fact of the matter is, as difficult as my dark night was, I wouldn't take it back for anything.

There have been some moments of great questioning as well, particularly when two luminous orbs came together in the sky above me and turned at a ninety degree angle. I believe they headed due north as a signal that an elderly relative needed my assistance. Turns out they were spot-on.

Additionally, I experienced a sense of levitation while fully awake one night. Nobody could be more surprised about this than I was! This anti-gravity sensation occurred while a bright light shined in through my bedroom window. There was also squeezing sensation around my head and a loud buzzing in my ears. The room seemed to be filled with energy. To be perfectly honest, all of this scared the bejesus out of me! But once again, I was perfectly fine. My body had remained on the bed while my non-physical self rose above me. The next day I told ET in no uncertain terms that while I appreciated all of their lessons, I needed a night off. A woman needs her beauty sleep, after all. Thankfully they obliged.

Honestly, I could go on and on, but you get the idea. I've been through a number of different experiences. Why? Well, that's the million dollar question but my main takeaway is that this so-called shamanic initiation crisis and the spiritual growth it caused, is the sole reason I’m able to write these words today. Before all of this, I only referred to UFOs or extraterrestrials or interdimensionals in terms of other people's experiences and science fiction. I was too afraid to come clean. I was too afraid to speak my truth. After all, what would people would think?

Today, I include these topics in my non-fiction and science fiction writings. I also reach out to people on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tic Toc and Pinterest. I make videos for You Tube and podcasts for my website. I even had the honor of being invited for a radio interview earlier this year, which I really enjoyed.

The thing is, in everything I do, I now speak my truth - at least as best as I understand it. It's ironic how for me, what was once the thing I avoided at all costs, has now become the best part of my life! It's literally because of my spiritual growth that I'm able to authentically connect with others about extraterrestrials, their craft, interdimensional entities and spirituality. And when I do so, I plant seeds. I do this because I never want anyone else to feel as lonely, uncertain and in the dark as I was when I first saw a floating ball of light on that fateful night. I want people to know that if something like this ever happens to them, it'll be okay. The key during those darkest hours - the dark night of the soul -  is to hold on tight to whatever faith you have, even if it's just a mustard seed's worth. Believe me, it really will see you through, and in the end, things will ultimately be so much better in your life than you ever imagined.  

​What about you? Have you had some sort of otherworldly encounter? Did you too experience a spiritual awakening/journey that you'd like to share? I'd truly love to hear your stories!

Wishing you love and light,
D.M. Atwood

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D. M. Atwood, founder of ALIEN EXPERIENCERS NETWORK is also an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist, alien/UFO experiencer and student of spiritual studies, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood is a member of  the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the American Massage Therapy Association, the New York Writers Association and Rave Reviews Book Club. Additionally, she proudly supports the Phoenix, Arizona chapter of the Mutual UFO Network and is presently training to become a Certified Field Investigator. Currently, Ms. Atwood resides in Tucson, Arizona where she enjoys spending time her friends and family, including her granddog, Luna.

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​If your a fan of ufology, there's a pretty good chance you've at least heard about the Agarthans. However, as we all know, hearing about them and having an understanding of who they are and what they believe in, are two different things. So let's start with the basics.

The Agarthans are known to be a highly advanced race made up of very tall of Humans. Males are said to be around fifteen feet or so in height. Females are not quite as tall.  Strange as it may sound, the Agarthans are known to live in the interior of our planet. In fact, their capital city, Telos is located underneath Mount Shasta. Agarthans have suggested that every planet is hollow and that these interior spaces are where advanced civilizations live because of the protection it affords against both natural and intentional threats. Taking this idea one step further, Agarthan cities and subways are constructed of materials which exhibit a great degree of plasticity. This allows their structures to remain intact, even when strong earthquakes strike. 

Regarding spirituality, the Agarthans are a deeply spiritual people. Because of their universal perspective, they believe in the Cosmic Law of One, which teaches that everything and everyone is connected. In other words, whenever we do something, it has a ripple effect that extends beyond our own homes, friendships, businesses and communities. Literally, that ripple extends inside the Earth and out beyond our planet into the greater cosmic family. As such, it's probably no surprise that the Agarthans are members of the Galactenian Alignment of Space Peoples and Planets, a universal alliance that works on behalf of all universal beings.

As such, the Agarthans have been known to communicate with regular folks here on the surface. Communication often takes place in the form of mental telepathy. The Agarthans wish for us to understand that many other extraterrestrial species are here at this time, and while their overarching goal may be straightforward, it is anything but simple. That's because they are actively working to assist us in raising our consciousness. However, given all the distractions and problems we surface dwellers currently face in the 21st century, this is a tremendous undertaking . Nevertheless, their ultimate plan is to integrate the inner and surface worlds so that we can function as one society. Once this goal is achieved, we too will become members of the Galactenian Alignment of Space Peoples and Planets.

As for their technology, the Agarthans are said to use silver discs which fly out of the inner world to survey the surface. Here's where things get truly amazing. These discs function as conscious entities! That's because they use an amino-based computer system. In essence, this technology is considered to be an organic avatar. Talk about some cool nanotechnology. They are also said to make use of a "central sun" for free energy.

Access to the inner world is just as Admiral Richard Byrd suggested way back in 1947 during Operation Highjump . It's at the north and south poles. (Other entrances are rumored to be at the Great Pyramid of Giza and Tibet.) Byrd, a military man, reported his findings to the U.S. government who told him to keep his mouth shut. Apparently, the U.S. already knew about the Agarthans because they had been contacted by representatives of the inner Earth world, who told them to immediately stop using/testing nuclear weapons. Unfortunately, this did not happen.

What about you? Do you think you may have ever received a telepathic message from Agartha? If so, what did it say?

Thank you for taking the time to read my post. I sincerely hope you've enjoyed this introduction to our inner Earth neighbors.  

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If fate, as many have suggested, is a product of divine intervention, then will our species ever reach a point in which we are truly in control of our lives? Will we ever be able to manifest our own destiny?

In short, I believe the answer is yes. However, in order to achieve this ambitious goal, we will likely first need to reach a particular stage in our evolutionary development. The stage of which I’m referring to, is precognition, an awakening (or reawakening) of our ability to ascertain things which are not visible to the naked eye. Additionally, based on my own UFO/UAP encounters, I suspect that activating human precognition may represent one aspect of a much larger, overarching extraterrestrial genetic program. Let’s dive in a little deeper.

For example, if a human embryo, (the product of an extraterrestrial encounter), were hybridized with extraterrestrial genetics, that same child may eventually display advanced capabilities specific to that alien's race. But what if the ETs decided to also switch on human abilities related to this same area of research - abilities which had gone dormant long ago? Is it possible this same child might genetically represent the best of both species? From a scientific viewpoint, I think the answer is obvious.

Over the years, extraterrestrials could decide to secretly groom this person to be a leader of some sort. As a result, such an individual may elect to stand for something bigger than themselves. Maybe they will defend the planet by educating the public about the science behind climate change, or act as an ambassador to civilizations from within or beyond our solar system. Many people would agree these are worthy causes.

But, what about less than noble causes? Couldn’t such a person be used to further a negative agenda? Regrettably, I believe this is possible. However, if such a person is overall positive in their outlook, has achieved telepathy and has communicated with benevolent beings—something often referred to as cosmic consciousness—then, I suspect such a scenario is far less likely.

That’s because one outcome of such an experiment will likely be a hybridized person’s ability to vibrate at a high frequency. Over time, interactions (telepathic and otherwise) will naturally teach this person the important lesson of discernment. Also, let’s not forget that extraterrestrials may choose to watch over their test subjects and protect them from being exploited or weaponized in some manner.

You don’t have to be a mathematician to understand that if we take this idea and multiply it by the number of people who have repeatedly been abducted (taking into account that abductions are often seen in families), then we can begin to imagine the scale at which this might really be occurring—and that doesn’t include all those people who never told anyone about their encounters.

With any luck, maybe, just maybe our species is being prepared for future that’s far more positive and purposeful than most of us realize. Perhaps what we’re witnessing, at least with some of these alien abduction claims, is nothing less than the dawning of a New Earth, and our ability to manifest the destiny we always knew we wanted.

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D. M. Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and alien/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.

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​If we're lucky, a few people will touch our lives in such a way as to make us better than we were before we met them.  Such was the case with my high school sweetheart, John. A gifted athlete in both football and basketball, John was known to Barron Collier High School in Naples, Florida as #42, but to me he was always #1. As in my #1 favorite guy.

That's because John was intelligent, fun-loving and sensitive. When I say sensitive, I mean that he loved without abandon. As young as we were, ours was a connection which, to both of us, felt timeless. He had a generous soul. Both of us loved people. We loved throwing parties and going to them. We loved excelling in the areas that each of us did best in. And no matter what, we always cheered each other on. We truly cherished each other. We did so in good times and when the chips were way, way down.

Some of my favorite memories include our days as Donner and Blitzen during our junior year of high school. The two of us were known to hang out with our friends at a place in Naples known as Horseshoe, where I'll never forget the two of us running away from the cops while carrying a keg! Or in school, the two of us passing notes back and forth in English class, him carrying my books in the hallway or the moment when he gave me his class ring. There's another moment that stands out. It occurred when a friend of ours "saw a bear" after drinking some beer. To our astonishment, that very same friend went on to climb a tree. I'm pretty sure John and I laughed for a half an hour straight that night.

Even so, as is often the case, life after high school took John and I in different directions. Still, I'll forever cherish the friendship we shared as adults - this, even though we only communicated by way of phone. It was during these conversations that I always made a point to wish John and his family every blessing and happiness. You see, I was keenly aware that he was battling a darkness, one that was proving difficult for him to overcome. In truth, it was difficult for those closest to him to deal with as well. Nevertheless, I'm choosing to remember John as he was back in the day. There was just something about him. His charm and charisma. His infectious smile and sparkly blue eyes. His sensitivity and sense of humor. Simply stated, nobody did it better than he did.

John, I love and miss you dearly, but if I know one thing for sure it's that you're in a better place now. I'm sending ((hugs)) to you up in heaven and love and light to Shellie, your kids, your brother and parents and your entire family. This is a tragic and sorrowful time for a great number of people, but at least I'm able to take solace in knowing that you're finally at peace. So rather than say good bye or bid you farewell, I'm simply going to say here's to you, Blitzen. Until we meet again...

Love and friendship always,
Donner 

P.S. Being the sappy sweethearts that we were, John and I had some favorite songs: For Your Eyes Only by Sheena Easton and It Might Be You by Stephen Bishop. Oh, and Nobody Does it Better by Carly Simon. Like I said, we were really, really sappy.  : )
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​D. M. Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and alien/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.

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By D. M. Atwood

To be honest, I thought she was done for. As in no hope. Lights out.

The person I’m speaking of is my mom. Quite recently, I had gone to visit her and let me tell you, she didn’t look well. Equally concerning was her mind. She couldn’t follow a normal conversation. Not surprisingly, we agreed to focus specifically on her issues and I made a point to speak in slow, simple sentences.

What my mom didn’t know is that prior to my visit, I had seen two luminous spheres in the Arizona night sky. I noticed them hovering above a shopping center but quickly dismissed them as stars—that is, until I observed one sphere move easterly and the other to the west. They then joined and set off due north together. By now, I had no doubt this was not the Christmas star (Jupiter-Saturn Conjunction) that had been all over the news. Furthermore, to be perfectly honest, even though I’ve had several sightings and interactions with these spheres over the last few years, my mouth hung open as I watched them traverse across the desert sky.  

Days passed. Prior to my next visit with my mom, I did what I often do several times a day: I prayed. That’s right. I’m a writer of paranormal and science fiction, but I’m also a deeply spiritual person. As such, I do believe in a Higher Power, one that I refer to as God. While I always, always, always strive to work with this Higher Power, based on my own experiences I also believe in the existence of angels, demons, extraterrestrials and interdimensionals. Thankfully, I found out in massage school that I’m sensitive to subtle energy. I learned that this explains why I’m able to perceive those in other realms. (On a positive note, now that we are entering a new age, I suspect in time that many others will also be able to sense these different dimensional entities and their energies.)   

Finally, I packed up my car. As I once again drove to my mom’s, I noticed that my heart didn’t feel as heavy as I thought it would. Considering how badly she’d been doing, my emotions related to this visit surprised me. Then I saw her. Right away I knew something had changed. There was a sparkle in her eye. When she spoke, I could tell that her mind was clear. Best of all, her bubbly personality had returned.

As wonderful as this is, I suspect it wouldn’t have occurred if I hadn’t asked for help from above. You see, my mom had stopped taking a prescription that had given her several side effects. She swore that it also negatively impacted her memory. The problem is that even after she had been off the medicine for weeks, her mind continued to deteriorate. In fact, I had posted about this on social media. I was convinced she had Alzheimer’s/Dementia. I even went so far as to discuss the importance of eating a healthy diet, which in turn promotes brain health.

Of course I still believe in eating healthy, exercising and doing whatever we can to reduce our stress levels. But I also believe that my family experienced a Christmas miracle this year, possibly at the hands of the beautiful luminous spheres that I keep seeing (when I least expect it!). Let me be clear, I’m the first to admit that they work in mysterious ways and that I did go through some bizarre and frightening incidents with them early on. Even so, I can attest that they are highly effective at reaching people and helping them. Simply stated, I’m convinced these orbs are not to be feared. Rather, they’re to be cherished and respected. After all, they may very well be here as part of an extraterrestrial intervention, one that's designed to help Earth Humans ascend to a better way of thinking and living.  

What about you? Have you ever encountered a large luminous sphere? What happened? I’d love to hear from you!

Happy New Year, Everyone!  : )
 
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​D. M. Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction as well as non-fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and alien/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.

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Once upon a time, unbeknownst to two people, they were lovers 3, 500 years ago. Now, in the 21st century, they meet again, but after nearly an hour of conversing, only one of them recognizes what might really be happening…

Such is the pattern of the Twin Soul or Twin Flame relationship. It is literally a love that never wavers, never diminishes with time and space. And while it’s true that the unaware person feels drawn toward their twin, they actually have no idea what is taking place.

The two talk. On the surface they seem to come from different worlds. There are divisions in age, religion and socioeconomic status, but despite this, there are often there are a number of uncanny “coincidences” as well. Theirs has been a life of synchronous dances. Much to their surprise, they both feel trapped in unhealthy relationships. Additionally, they have moved in circles very near, and at times, overlapping one another.  During the course of their conversation, something is said that causes the unaware person to experience a deeply-held pain that they have been denying for a long, while. That’s when the unaware twin shuts down and takes on the role of the “runner”.

At some point, the twins are forced apart to deal with each of their dysfunctional relationships and other commitments. Eventually, they reunite. The fully awake twin has hungered for the recognition of their beloved for months or even years. The runner has been deeply moved by their encounters, but hasn’t been quite sure what to make of it all. Through each subsequent meeting, the runner’s behavior has taken on an oxymoron-esque quality, moving from icy to hot in a matter of minutes or even seconds. Predictably, this is due to a deep-seated pain, often caused by a lifetime of hurtful relationships. They have endured abandonment in a variety of forms. Everything they have experienced up until now has taught them to be wary of, and even run away from, love.

Indeed, time has slowly passed since their initial “chance” encounter. The thing is, in spite of their inconvenient circumstances, they sense a magical alchemy in the air. Whenever the other is near, chemistry surrounds them and they find themselves touched by the light of life inside Jupiter’s moon and an ancient love they once shared. Now a fire is ignited within. To their amazement, the energetic connection between them is strong enough to allow each to feel the other’s emotions. It has even been suggested that the duo may have the ability to communicate telepathically. This may partially explain why some have reported the enhanced abilities of clairaudience and other psychic gifts.

Eventually, the runner figures out what’s really going on. But to their disappointment, both are facing enormous hurdles in their lives. How does one of them bring up the idea of a twin flame relationship without looking foolish? What if all of this is in their imagination? And even if both lovers are on the same page, how will they resolve all of the complexities such as jobs and family commitments which would easily keep most people apart?   

As it turns out, the purpose behind these relationships is almost always to learn about unconditional love—how to give and receive it. For the twins, theirs is a love that began long ago and far away. Through the grace of destiny, their deep connection has stood the test of time. Now each yearns to be with the other.

Even so, there is no rushing this. Frustration sets in. However, with patience and perseverance, the twins can reunite and remain together until death once again separates them. But if it is destiny’s desire, there could very well be another Once Upon a Time…
 
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D. M. Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and alien/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.

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1.  It’s ok to be afraid but don’t become paralyzed by fear;
2. The time to move into my highest and most honest expression of who I am is right now;
3. When any of us fails, we are given an opportunity to learn and ultimately grow as a result of such experiences;
4. From this point forward I demand the best of and for myself;
5. My encounters/experiences with #ETs and unidentified craft are exactly that. I have never been abducted even though it may have felt that way;
6. The large luminous #orbs I’ve interacted with have provided me with context and wisdom;
7. Just as most people wish to be understood by others, so too do the large orbs;
8. The orbs see us from a higher perspective and therefore do not judge us;
9. Each encounter or sighting functions as a stepping stone towards my true purpose here on this planet;
10. Luminous orbs function as beacons of #light which awaken and enlighten people who in turn can bring light to others.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

D. M Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and ET/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.
 
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Have you ever heard of the word Shen and wondered what it meant? Until I attended school for massage therapy, I had never given the word any thought, at least not until I began a rigorous class in Shiatsu.

In Chinese thought, Shen is the spiritual element of a person's psyche, which put another way, is the human soul, mind or spirit. As I learned in Shiatsu, in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), there are five Shen for each of us, and each Shen is associated with one of our yin organ systems, along with a corresponding element. These include the heart (with the element of fire), kidney (with the element of water), spleen (with the element of earth), liver (with the element of wood) and lungs (with the element of metal). According to Chinese philosophy, yin is considered to be the passive female principle of the universe. In school, in order to help us better understand this principle, we were taught to think of yin as the dark side of the mountain (earth, dark, and cold).

As for the origin of the TCM five-Shen system, it is thought to have begun roughly 5,000 years ago as part of Taoist practice. As a science fiction writer who is deeply spiritual, I find it utterly fascinating that each spirit is associated with a planet. That's right, a Planet! In fact, in Taoist practices of Shamanism, it is accepted that spirits can travel not only to planets, but to stars and galaxies as well.

How is this accomplished? Taoist magicians are said to use a talisman, which can be a person, rather than a "thing" like an amulet. It is believed that these talismans can call on the abilities and protection of beings who most would consider to be supernatural. Might they be referring to extraterrestrial or inter-dimensional beings? I believe the answer is likely, yes. Nonetheless, through inner alchemy (which is termed as a return to Source), along with Taoist practices and rituals, it has been suggested that these talismans can experience what is known as an "ecstatic spiritual union". Such a union (or reunion?) includes not only communication with other realms, but flying, shape-shifting and dream-time as well. 

All I can say is that I do not practice Taoism. Additionally, I had never been exposed to this information prior to experiencing a life-changing 50-minute encounter with a luminous orb in upstate New York. To this day, I'm still not exactly sure how to describe what occurred, other than to say that to me, this orb appeared as a conscious, spiritual machine made up of plasma. Even more amazing, it seemed happy to see me. Excited, even! I never felt threatened in any way. In fact, if I had to use one word to describe this encounter, it would be Love. So, for all of the chatter about UFOs and abductions (which I experienced as a little girl), based on my own experiences, I strongly suspect that there is much more at play than most of us understand, at least when it comes to ancient esoteric traditions and other-worldly encounters. 

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D. M Atwood is an American writer of suspenseful paranormal and science fiction. She draws upon her B.A. in psychology to develop flawed and complex characters while her background as a nanotechnology start-up owner serves as the foundation for her sci-fi’s exciting, futuristic technologies. In addition, as a trained massage therapist and ET/UFO experiencer, she is comfortable exploring some of the more esoteric aspects of the human condition. D. M. Atwood currently resides in Arizona.
 
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