At a time when unbridled greed, malignant aggression, and existence of weapons of mass destruction threatens the survival of humanity, we should seriously consider any avenue that offers some hope.

According to materialistic science, any memory requires a material substrate, such as the neuronal network in the brain or the DNA molecules of the genes.

The elimination of the fear of death transforms the individual's way of being in the world.

Individuals approaching death often experience encounters with their dead relatives, who seem to welcome them to the next world. These deathbed visions are authentic and convincing; they are often followed by a state of euphoria and seem to ease the transition.

Dying people in pre-industrial cultures typically died in the context of an extended family, clan, or tribe.

I have taken part in ceremonies with North American and Mexican shamans, as well as Brazilian ceremonies.

Coming to terms with the fear of death is conducive to healing, positive personality transformation, and consciousness evolution.