Toward The Light ~ Monday, 6 March, 2006 ~ TTL début! ~ PMH also appeared on 26 June, 21 Aug. & 11 Sept. 2006, 11 & 18 Feb., 15 & 22 April, 9 Sept. & 16 Dec. 2007 & 20 July 2008
P.M.H. Atwater, L.H.D., Ph.D. (Hon.)
Born in Twin Falls, Idaho, Atwater married young and became a mother of three, Sunday School teacher, secretary, and prize winning cook. A handwriting analysis in the mid-sixties led to a complete career and life-style change. She was redirected into public service and innovative project development and analysis. Paralleling this change she began intensive research into paranormal and altered states of consciousness.
With a professional background in hypnotic past-life regressions, sensitivity work, de-haunting houses, and mediumship, she came to specialise in aura massage, astrology, numerology, dream and symbol interpretation, rune casting, divinatory and earth energy sensing.
1977 set the stage for severe health traumas resulting in death and the near-death phenomenon, three times in three months. The following year,
In an effort to understand what had happened to her and was still happening, she began to seek out and interview other near-death survivors. Her initial findings about the aftereffects of near-death were published in Vital Signs magazine, 1981-85, and later became Coming Back to Life: The Aftereffects of The Near-Death Experience (hardcover 1988 Dodd Mead & Co., paperback 1989 Ballantine Books, softcover, Citadel Press). After over fifteen years of intensive research, speaking with or interviewing over 3,000 near-death survivors, her book Beyong The Light, What Isn't Being Said About the Near-Death Experience (hard cover 1994 Birch Lane Press, paperback 1995 Avon Books) represents the most complete compendium yet done of the phenomenon, its aftereffects and implications (Its sequel: Future Memory, Birch Lane Press 1996, paperback edition from Hampton Roads Publishing).
An international authority on near-death states, she has served two terms on the Board of the International Association for Near-Death Studies. Her book, Children of The New Millennium, a major study of child experiencers of near-death states, came out August 1999 from Three Rivers Press. It was then enlarged and rewritten as The New Children and Near-Death Experiences (Inner Traditions/Bear & Co., 2003). With the help of David Morgan, she produced the world's first positive/negative, 360-degree compendium of the entire near-death phenomenon. Titled The Complete Idiots Guide to Near-Death Experiences, (available through Toward The Light), this 480-page Macmillan edition debuted March/April, 2000. Atwater has received numerous awards during her life. Her biography is in sixteen Who's Who Books, half of them international editions. Her most recent book is entitled, The BIG Book of Near-Death Experiences. (Please see below for more books/DVDs by PMH.)
Some of her findings have now been clinically verified in prospective studies, the latest in "The Lancet" medical journal 15.12.01, in the paper by Pim van Lommel, a Dutch cardiologist. She has lectured twice at the United Nations and at many other gatherings, large and small. Her writings have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers. She has been on such television talk shows as Sally Jessy Raphael, Larry King Live, Entertainment Tonight, Regis & Kathy Lee, Geraldo, and The Shirley Show in Canada.
An accomplished rune caster specialising in the yin or feminine approach to rune use, she authored The Magical Language of Runes, (1990 Bear & Co.) and Goddess Runes (1996 Avon Books). Her talent with Goddess Runes was featured on the first two television informercials produced by Psychic Friends Network. She has produced 'Goddess Runes: Instructions in Brief,' and 'Goddess Runes: The Adventure Begins.' She attended Boise State University, Boise, Idaho, and received her humanities doctorate in 1992 from the International College of Spiritual and Psychic Studies (Spiritual Sciences Fellowship), Montreal, Canada. In March, 2005, P. M. H. Atwater, L.H.D. was awarded an Honorary Ph.D. in Therapeutic Counselling from Faculty of Medical Studies, Medicina Alternativa Institute, affiliated with The Open International University for Complementary Medicines, Colombo, Sri Lanka. And in the fall of 2005 she was awarded the "Lifetime Achievement Award" from the National Association of Transpersonal Hypnotherapists and the "Outstanding Service Award" from the International Association of Near-Death Studies.
I
must say you were most professional. You did a better job than most
radio talk show hosts I have been interviewed by, and you have a good
voice... I feel very good about the show. I hope you do, too. Big hugs
to you, oh, great one!
~ PMH Atwater (Virginia)
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In
my absence—since I was moving back to the north-east, my daughter,
DJamil Graham, hosted the show with PMH on 11 September and it was very
special—given that the topic was centred on the events of 11 September
2001 when DJamil was in Manhattan. She and PMH compared notes on that
fateful day. It was only as a result of my hearing her telepathically
calling out, 'Mum, I am all right!'—that I was able to maintain my
composure and not go hysterical in fear that I had lost my only child!
PS: These two ladies are both Virgos (PMH on 19.9 and DJamil on 16.9) so watch out! ;)
The complete Idiot’s Guide to Near-Death Experiences ~ Authors
Note: "With the help of David Morgan, my goal in writing this book was
to create a single source book that contained all information pertinent
to the near-death phenomenon—positive /negative, as seen from
360-degrees—new cases, new research, combined in a lively yet
respectful style. The 480-page book that resulted has five appendices
and is truly comprehensive. There’s nothing else like it ... anywhere.
"P.M.H. Atwater,
a near-death experiencer and researcher, has long been familiar to
readers of the Journal of Near-Death Studies and to others who keep
abreast of the literature and other media information on near-death
experiences (NDEs). In this book, part of Macmillan's "Complete Idiot's
Guide" series, she and co-author David Morgan introduce the field to
newcomers.
In
accordance with its intended audience, the style is lively and
informal. Each chapter begins with several topic phrases or lines, and
ends with a five- or six-line summary. The text is laced with
eye-catching subheadings, drawings by experiencers, and humorously
illustrated sidebars with titles like "Otherworldly Insights" and "A
Message from Beyond." There are five useful appendices: 'Bright New
Words Glossary', 'International Association for Near-Death Studies', 'Further Reading', 'Web Sites', and 'Getting in Touch', the last named
including contact information on various authorities and organisations
given in the text.
This book is now out of print and is completely SOLD OUT! It is now a collector's item.
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Recently Released: the 'Big Book' from PMH Atwater!
The Big Book of Near-Death Experiences encompasses
every aspect of the near-death phenomenon: the experience,
aftereffects, and implications. PMH Atwater’s simple, appealing format
includes drawings and cartoons by Spirit Painter and Chuck Vadun and
sidebars from experts. She investigates and reports on the power of
changed lives, the reality of the deceased who come back, visitors at
death's edge, out-of-body travel, the expansion of normal faculties,
the awesome presence of Deity and the importance of spirituality.
This
sourcebook examines near-death studies from the 'Moody Miracle' early
days, through the myths of 'the light at the end of the tunnel' and
'the religion of the resuscitated,' to 2007. After 32 years of work
with clinical prospective studies in several countries, the reality of
the near-death experience has been verified, confirming its importance
in the study of consciousness.
THE NEAR-DEATH EXPERIENCE: A Major Shift in What We Know About the Phenomenon — DVD
There has been a major shift in the field of Near-Death Studies. A revolution is under way.
From the author of The BIG Book Of Near-Death Experiences: The Ultimate Guide To What Happens When We Die, researcher of near-death states since 1978, explorer of spiritual transformations since 1966, author of over thirteen books, P. M. H. Atwater, L.H.D. takes us from the days where the myths of 'the light at the end of the tunnel' and 'the religion of the resuscitated' dominated the sensationalisation of near-death experiences, to the scientific studies of today. The near-death phenomenon is now the number one choice of scientists worldwide to study consciousness itself.
Join the members of Virginia's Chrysalis in Waynesboro, VA, for this special presentation taped on 17 October, 2007 that synergies the entire subject, and brings us up-to-date with the new material and new findings that are 'rocking' the field.
It is now known that out-of-body experiences, the dead coming back, visitors from other realms, otherworldly journeys, are normal and typical to the experience, and are no longer regarded as signs of oxygen deprivation, the dying brain, or hallucinatory episodes. Over 100 medical schools offer classes that cover the phenomenon; medical teams the world over are increasingly alert to the importance of such occurrences. They have the power to change lives and even alter one's physiology, sometimes to remarkable degrees. The near-death experience continues to amaze and surprise everyone! Click image FMI.'
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Coming Back to Life is the first book about the near-death phenomenon to look at all aspects of both the experience and its aftereffects — including the hellish experience, suicides, possible changes in brain structure and chemistry because of what happened, plus how the phenomenon really affects those who experience it — and compares all of this to what a person goes through after a transformation of consciousness, no matter how caused. The tone is up front and personal. The story of the author's three near-death experiences is covered in Chapter Two, as a way of setting the stage for this controversial investigation. Extensive Resource Section. Click image FMI.
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The New Children and Near-Death Experiences is the first book to provide—from the view of the child—an in-depth study of children who have experienced the near-death phenomenon and its aftereffects. Atwater notes that the child who returns from a near-death experience is not the same child as before, but is a 'remodeled, rewired, reconfigured, refined version of the original.' Presenting data to support her contention that these children have experienced structural, chemical, and functional changes in the brain, she also shows how their greater empathic abilities as well as dramatically higher intelligence are qualities that are also present in children born since 1982—enhanced abilities that cannot be tied to simple genetics. Atwater shows that understanding the near-death experiences of children can help us prepare for a quantum leap in the evolution of humanity. Click image FMI.
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Future Memory remembers having done so. This pre-living is so totally real and utterly involved that there is no way to tell the difference between present time and future time while the phenomenon is in progress. Sensory rich, Future Memory suggests that the future can somehow overlay the present, enabling an individual to 'rehearse' or prepare in advance for what is about to happen in life. Mistakenly termed 'flash forwards' by some researchers, Atwater shows how future memory differs from other modes of futuristic awareness such as clairvoyance, precognition, and déjà vu. Click image FMI.
We Live Forever: The Real Truth About Death (working title: Not Here, Present Elsewhere: The Real Truth about Death and Dying) was published by the ARE Press, Virginia Beach, VA in May of 2004. Whatever you thought you knew about life and death, be prepared for some surprises. Material is based on Atwater’s 25 years of researching the near-death phenomenon with thousands of experiencers, other personal stories, plus what she, herself, witnessed on the Inner Planes when she died in 1977. A workshop intensive by Dr. Atwater, 'Deepening into Spirit,' now exists as a compliment to the book. Click image FMI.
We Live Forever: The Real Truth About Death — DVD
Filmed at Transformation Conference 2007, Fayetteville, Arkansas, this two-hour presentation by P. M. H. Atwater focuses on the greatest mysteries of all time — death, heaven and hell, the existence of the soul, and the power of prayer. Dr. Atwater shares how deeply the attack on Pearl Harbor affected her as a first grader in school, and how the spectre of death has been a part of her life ever since. Using this and her research of near-death states as a springboard, she discusses in-depth the existence of the soul, soul groups, soul cycles, leaving the body after death, different energetic layers to the afterlife, borderlands and in-between spaces, and spirit beings on the Other Side. She shares What Death Is and What It Feels Like To Die (summarises from comments of over 3,000 near-death experiencers during her research of the near-death phenomenon). Reference her book: We Live Forever, A.R.E. Press, Virginia Beach, VA, 2004. Click image FMI.
Beyond the Indigo Children: the New Children and the Coming of the Fifth World by PMH Atwater. She states: “My goal with this book is to put the various claims, visions, prophecies, and ideas about what is happening to our children and our world into perspective. Throughout my research of child experiencers of near-death states, I have been observing children in general — especially those born since 1982. These new ones are unlike children of any previous generation. Yet to understand them, one must also have a better understanding of our times: the Mayan ‘Suns’, prophecies of apocalypse and tribulation, the root races, generational imprinting, social ages, the great shifting and the great ages, human evolution and what is ahead of us. After a great deal of research, cross-checking my material, and times spent in deep prayer and meditation, the book came together. It is very pointed and specific, yet a little sassy — like the new kids are. I have felt right along that it was my duty to write this book, as if I ‘owed’ the world this information. I am overjoyed with the result of my efforts and with the dedication of Inner Traditions to bring this project to light. People ask about the ‘Indigo Children’, and I say read this book. You will be very surprised at what you find!" –PMH (Note: PMH Atwater was my first guest on the premier of Toward The Light on BBSRadio.com on 6 March 2006 where we discussed this book. It is archived, now, so you can listen to it. She regularly appears on my show, so stay tuned!)
The New Children And The Coming of the Fifth World — DVD
Filmed at Transformation Conference 2007, Fayetteville, Arkansas, this two-hour presentation by P. M. H. Atwater tackles what DNA research is showing about the human family, and how the various migrations and peopling of our world is not quite what we were taught. She brings us up-to-date with how the human species is changing today — evolution in our time — as evidenced by the new children who are unlike any other generation of record. Dr. Atwater shows how using labels to define them doesn't work: labels like indigo, crystal, transitional, starseed, cosmic, psychic. Labels limit. If you toss the labels, then take all the characteristics described by the labels, bunch them together, the result is the profile of our amazing new kids. Their talents and weaknesses are covered in-depth, as well as the challenges they face. Sharing various prophecies and esoteric traditions, Dr. Atwater puts the new children in perspective by discussing Root Races (our gene pool) and The Fifth World as shown in the Mayan Calendar. Reference her book: Beyond the Indigo Children, Bear & Co., Rochester, VT, 2005. Click image FMI.
As You Die ~ from PMH Atwater, is like no other presentation anywhere in the world. This audio CD is that unique. The presentation alleviates the fear of death and makes it easier and less painful to die. Field tested for over 15 years — it works and provides great peace of mind!
This ground-breaking presentation is uncompromisingly candid as it probes our intellectual and spiritual curiosity about dying. Based on unparalleled research, this beautiful journey begins as one lays hovering between life and death, then convincingly leads one far from fear and despair to a peace and unconquerable hope, knowing that as we die...we live forever! Click image FMI.
Runes of the Goddess~ Goddess Runes is my way of saying "Thank You" to the runes
and passing along the art form of casting to others. Truly, the book
and products I have
produced about Goddess Runes are a labour of love. — PMH Atwater
One can purchase the kit, which includes the book, runes, pouch and white cloth; or one can purchase the book, runes and CD separately. Click image FMI and to purchase.
The Runes of the Goddess were the topic of discussion with PMH Atwater on Toward The Light on 9th September 2007. I've got the kit and it has made a tremendous impact on me ... and they're wonderful for children too! — JN
TIMES OF CHANGE: The Great shifting of the Ages — DVD
What is happening? What is the 'Fifth World?' HOW IS CONSCIOUSNESS SHIFTING IN THE 21ST CENTURY?
All that we have known before is rapidly altering — literally morphing into something else. Researcher of near-death states, explorer of spiritual transformations, author of overt thirteen books, P.M.H. Atwater, L.H.D., interprets what the Fifth World might mean for us, not to predict 'things' to come but to offer a new perspective.
This introduction to TIMES OF CHANGE: The Great shifting of the Ages was filmed by Robert Sherwood on 18.5.07 in the Speakers' Room of Quest Bookstore in Charlottesville, Virginia. During her talk Dr. Atwater shares awareness and reality of the major forces at work today through the synchronicity of modern trends, the Mayan and other indigenous calendars, the Yuga tradition, even the mythological writings of J.R.R. Tolkien. All describe the great turning of worlds, phases or cycles, one of which — the Fifth — is occurring now.
Combining over 50 years of research and experience to offer talks and workshops across the nation and around the world, from Seoul to New York, from Texas to Istanbul, Dr. Atwater seeks ever to balance objective and subjective points of view in inspiring us to move through the portals of time and spirit into a new world being reborn. Click image FMI.
PMH with Hubby, Terry
PMH Goes Up, Up & Away on her B-Day!
What Would A B-Day be Without A Balloon? Wheeeeeee!
