Hi jbell1011,
I am currently researching heavily into the OBE state and trying to teach myself how to have one. (so far Ive only been able to do it spontaneously!
) From every book and article Ive read, & from every person I have encountered who has had an OBE, there is no danger to you or your body.
I have read though that OBE's are a life changing experience, and that your belief systems and point of views will be affected by it. (Some people
would call that a danger, but I dont see it that way) I have found that I have gained the most knowledge and insight from reading Robert Monroe's
books "Far Journey's" & "The Ultimate Journey". The books are a chronicle of his out of body experiences, but they do not teach one how to have
an OBE.
Instead, he created the Monroe institute to do research on how other people could attain the OBE state, and thus discovered the use of sound
frequencies to help guide a person into that state. He has made this available in a cd collection called the "Gateway Series" Unfortunately, it is
pretty expensive and many interested people may find that they cannot afford it. (I was able to acquire it by the good luck fairy though!!
)
There are other ways to attain the OBE state that is more affordable, and I have found it best to visit a couple of websites that specialize in the
topic. Also, here on ATS there is a great and very expansive thread on OBE that may prove useful to you. (If you were not already aware of it)
Honestly though, you already have a pretty good start with your ability to meditate affectively! Many people find that meditation or rather the
inability to do so, is what holds them back.
Fear is also another factor that can inhibit a persons ability to have an OBE. (giggle-- I am
discovering that I am not as fearless as I though I was!!
)
Anyway, I wish you luck on your journey!! Here are some links that may be useful to you.
ATS "conscious Oobe Its Real!"
(This is a great thread, and even though it may take you a while, I highly suggest that you read it from the first page!)
"Far Journeys" Amazon Link
(Here is a link to a description of Mr Monroe's book. You may want to see of you can check it out at your public library, as that is where I first
obtained the book. There are also links to his other books there on Amazon)
The Monroe Institue
(A link to the institute that Mr Monroe founded. You can also access the Hemi-Sync site from there.)
Astral Society Forum
(One of the best sites that I have found where people both share their OBE experiences, and also offer techniques, guides, and other material to help
you have an OBE.)
I hope I was able to help you in some way and I wish you much luck and good fortune on your journeys!!