Trance & Physical workshop with John E Thornberry.

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Trance & Physical Spirit Experimentation with John E Thornberry.
Experimental Practice for Physical Phenomena /Mediumship & Trance practices. A Two-Day experience in Physical Mediumship, Trance States, and Research Methods
This immersive two-day workshop explores the history, theory, and practical experimentation surrounding spirit physical phenomena, trance mediumship, and cabinet work within the traditions of psychical research and spiritualist practice. Designed for experimentation the program combines experiential exercises with historical and contemporary context and investigative methodology.
Participants will examine the evolution of physical mediumship from Victorian séance rooms to contemporary experimental circles, including the use of trance cabinets, altered states of consciousness, environmental controls, and observational protocols. Through guided sittings and structured experimentation, attendees will explore phenomena associated with trance communication, energetic manifestations, phenomena, transfiguration, and sensory conditions traditionally linked to physical mediumship.
The workshop also introduces practical tools used in paranormal research, including environmental monitoring devices, audio and visual recording methods, trigger objects, séance protocols. Emphasis is placed on ethics, psychological safety, discernment, group dynamics, and maintaining a balanced approach between open-minded exploration and critical observation.
Across both days, participants will engage in:
* Guided trance and altered-state development exercises * Experimental cabinet sittings and séance structure * Techniques for energy building and circle harmonization * Historical case studies in psychical research * Use of paranormal investigation equipment and observational logging * Discussion of fraud prevention, expectation bias, and evidential standards * Methods for documenting and evaluating anomalous experiences
The workshop is intended as an exploratory and educational environment where experiential practice is approached with respect, curiosity, and personal responsibility. No guarantee of paranormal phenomena is implied; instead, the focus is on disciplined experimentation, experiential learning, and informed investigation into the boundaries of consciousness and reported spirit phenomena.
Suitable for those interested in the intersection of trance work, physical mediumship, and psychical inquiry.
This will be a fantastic two-day workshop for the remarkable donation of £120. Limited numbers so £50 non-refundable deposit holds your place.
EARLY BIRD – If booked & deposit paid by 15th Aug then only £100.
Tea/Coffee/Water available all day, but you may wish to bring lunch.
If you cancel with less than 48 hours’ notice then full amount is payable, please.
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