Welcome to the Akashic Records: a vast, non-physical repository said to hold every soul’s journey across time and space. Often described as a “library of the soul” or a universal database, the Akashic Records are believed to contain the blueprint of your past, present, and future possibilities.
But where did this idea come from? Is it just spiritual metaphor, or is there something real and profound behind it? And most importantly can you access it?
What Are the Akashic Records?
The Akashic Records are often described as an energetic archive that holds the memory of every soul’s journey including past lives, present experiences, and future potentials. Imagine a library made of eternal consciousness. That’s the Akashic Records.
In spiritual traditions, it’s sometimes called the “Book of Life,” a concept echoed everywhere from Hindu philosophy to mystical Christianity.
What makes the Records unique is that they’re not bound by time or space. It’s a cosmic cloud storage of your soul’s evolution.
The Roots of the Akashic Records
The word “Akasha” comes from Sanskrit, meaning “ether” or “spirit”. In Hindu cosmology, Akasha is the substance from which all things are formed. According to the Hindu American Foundation, Akasha is “the field in which impressions from all actions are recorded,” forming a basis for the karmic consequences of our lives (HAF).
This ancient idea began to take on a new shape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, largely thanks to Theosophists like Helena Blavatsky and Rudolf Steiner, who introduced the idea of a universal record that could be accessed through spiritual practices.
Edgar Cayce, the renowned “Sleeping Prophet,” brought the Akashic Records into the mainstream by offering detailed readings from them while in trance (and was often astonishingly accurate).
Dr. Josephine Hardman, in her thorough breakdown of the Records’ origins, notes that while Cayce popularized the term in the West, the Akashic field has always been part of the human spiritual imagination—just described in different ways depending on the culture (Hardman, 2022).
A more scholarly perspective offered by the Karolinum Press in their academic PDF The Akashic Records: Origins and Relation to Western Concepts, traces parallels between the Records and ideas found in Platonic philosophy, collective unconscious theory (Carl Jung), and even information field hypotheses in modern physics (Karolinum).
What Information Is Stored in the Akashic Records?
If the Akashic Records are a kind of spiritual archive, what exactly is inside them?
Your Soul’s Entire Journey
At the core, the Akashic Records are said to contain the blueprint of your soul: your past lives, your current life lessons, your spiritual contracts, and your potential futures.
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Practitioners often report that the Records store patterns across incarnations (karmic loops, gifts, and unresolved wounds that stretch far beyond a single lifetime). They hold intentions, thoughts, and emotions imprinted through time.
Past, Present, & Future Potentials
While past-life information is commonly accessed, the Records also offer insight into your current spiritual challenges and possibilities. You can use them to understand life purpose, relationship dynamics, or recurring emotions.
Interestingly, the Records aren’t considered predictive in a rigid sense. They don’t tell you a fixed future, but rather reveal the trajectory of your soul based on your current energy, choices, and growth.
Humanity’s Collective Field
Beyond personal stories the Akashic Records also contain information about humanity as a whole and its collective karma, civilizations, and even Earth’s energetic history.
The Records are a part of a broader field of consciousness that connects us all, suggesting that insights pulled from this field can serve not only the individual but the collective evolution of the planet.
A Living Energy, Not a Static File
The Records are not a “data dump” of spiritual facts. They’re a living field. When people access their Records you’ll likely feel “held,” supported, and gently guided rather than judged or analyzed.
This sense of divine intelligence or loving witness is what distinguishes the Akashic Records from other forms of spiritual inquiry.
How to Access the Akashic Records
So if these Records truly exist, how do you reach them?
This is something anyone can learn with the right intention, practice, and guidance.
The Right State of Mind
Most readers agree that entering the Records requires a specific state of consciousness. One that’s calm, focused, and heart-centered. Meditation, prayer, breathwork, and grounding exercises are commonly used to prepare.
Dr. Josephine Hardman emphasizes that connecting to the Records isn’t about escaping reality, it’s about deepening presence and aligning with your soul’s wisdom. Her teaching encourages a blend of structure and intuition, making the process accessible while honoring its sacredness (Hardman).
Using a Sacred Prayer or Invocation
One widely used method involves the Pathway Prayer Process, popularized by Linda Howe. This structured prayer is designed to help shift your awareness into the frequency of the Records.
The Pathway Prayer Process
Although methods vary, the common thread is this: entering the Records is less about “going somewhere” and more about tuning in. It’s like adjusting a radio dial to catch a specific signal.
Working with an Akashic Reader
If you’re new to this kind of work, you might consider receiving a session from a trained Akashic Records reader.
These practitioners serve as intuitive interpreters, asking your questions and translating the energetic information into insight you can use.
To find an akashic reader you can check out these directories:
https://www.soulrealignment.com/directory
https://akashicknowingschoolofwisdom.com/certified-akashic-record-consultants
QHHT: Accessing the Records Through Hypnosis
Another way you can access the Akashic Records is through Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique (QHHT), developed by Dolores Cannon.
In a QHHT session, the client is guided into a deep theta brainwave state, deeper than typical meditation, where they can access subconscious information and past-life memories.
To find a QHHT practitioner near you check out their official directory.
Is it just in your head?
Am I just making this up?
That’s a common and healthy question. The information often comes through subtle impressions (images, words, bodily sensations, or emotional shifts) that can feel indistinct at first.
But over time, you’ll discover that the messages carry a clarity that’s different from ordinary thought.
And if it rings true for you. Does it really matter?
As Dumbledore wisely once said, “Of course it is happening inside your head, Harry, but why on earth should that mean that it is not real?”
What Can You Ask in the Akashic Records?
What kinds of questions can I actually ask?
The short answer: anything.
The Records aren’t a magic 8-ball or a place to demand quick fixes. They do however respond to sincere inquiry. The more open, grounded, and thoughtful your questions are, the deeper and more meaningful the answers tend to be.
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Types of Questions You Can Ask
Here are some of the most powerful categories of questions often brought to the Records:
- Life Purpose & Path
– What am I here to learn in this lifetime?
– What are my unique gifts, and how can I better share them? - Karmic Patterns & Past Lives
– Why do I keep repeating this pattern in relationships or work?
– Are there past-life influences affecting my current situation? - Soul Contracts & Relationships
– What is the soul-level purpose of this relationship?
– How can I heal or shift this connection? - Health & Emotional Blocks
– What’s the spiritual root of this recurring health issue?
– What limiting beliefs am I ready to release? - Spiritual Growth & Guidance
– What next step would most support my evolution right now?
– How can I reconnect with my soul’s truth?
The Records won’t “give orders” or micromanage your decisions but they will offer perspective & clarity on what aligns with your soul’s highest path.
How to Phrase a Good Question
In general, open-ended questions framed with curiosity tend to receive the clearest guidance. Think of your session as a spiritual conversation, not a test. A few tips:
- Start with What, Why, or How (not When or Who).
- Avoid yes/no questions.
- Ask for insight or perspective, not prescriptions or guarantees.
This subtle shift in how you ask can make all the difference in the kind of wisdom that comes through.
Akashic Records Misconceptions
Whenever something as mysterious as the Akashic Records gains popularity, it’s bound to stir up a few raised eyebrows. And honestly, that’s fair enough. Healthy skepticism is an important part of any spiritual journey.
Let’s explore some of the most common misunderstandings and critiques surrounding the Records, and clarify what they are and are not.
“The Akashic Records Are Just a New Age Fantasy”
To many skeptics the Akashic records are something made up by modern mystics to sell readings. It’s true that the concept surged in popularity alongside the New Age movement. But the idea has actually been around for thousands of years.
Ancient Indian cosmology, mystical Judaism (Kabbalah), and early Western esotericism all contain similar notions of a field where spiritual memory is stored.
see also “The Mystical Traditions of Every World Religion”
Reducing the Records to “New Age fluff” ignores centuries of spiritual tradition and sacred knowledge.
“It’s Just Imagination”
Another criticism is that people are simply “making it all up” when they access the Records. And to be fair, the Records do require intuitive perception which is, by nature, subjective. But that doesn’t mean the insights are meaningless.
Even when people question whether the information is “real,” they still walk away from a session with profound clarity, emotional release, or a shift in perspective.
“There’s No Scientific Proof”
It’s true, there is no empirical evidence that the Akashic Records exist in the same way you could prove gravity or cell division. But not everything meaningful fits into a microscope slide.
Consciousness, memory, and non-local awareness are still frontier topics in science.
Theories like the holographic universe or morphic fields suggest that some kind of universal memory may be scientifically plausible.
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Belief in the Records doesn’t require abandoning reason. It simply invites you to explore another layer of reality.
“Only Spiritual Gifted People Can Access Them”
A persistent myth is that you have to be psychic, gifted, or spiritually elite to access the Akashic Records.
Actually, many contemporary teachers state the opposite. The Records are available to anyone who approaches them with humility, practice, and clear intention.
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Akashic Resources & Teachers
If you’re feeling inspired to dive deeper into the Akashic Records, there’s a wealth of knowledge and training available. Here are some resources I trust to get you started.
Akashic Authors
- Linda Howe – Linda is a pioneer in the world of exploring the akashic records. She has several in depth books on the topic.
- Dolores Cannon – Dolore Cannon is the founder of QHHT and has many many books explaining the akashic space and detailed transcripts from her hypnosis sessions.
- Ernesto Ortiz – Ortiz provides profound perspectives on the Akashic records and is of course an author on the topic.
Courses and Certifications
1. Linda Howe – Center for Akashic Studies
Website: akashicstudies.com
Credibility: Linda Howe is considered a pioneer in the field. Her method is widely cited and forms the basis of many other programs.
What’s offered: Practitioner Certification, Advanced Practitioner, Healing Through the Akashic Records, and Teacher Certification.
Highlights:
- Her Pathway Prayer Process is one of the most respected tools for accessing the Records.
- Accredited CEUs for wellness professionals available.
- Books and courses used by therapists, coaches, and spiritual professionals.
2. Akashic Knowing School of Wisdom – Dr. Lisa Barnett
Website: akashicknowing.com
Credibility: Lisa Barnett has over 25 years of experience and a strong presence in spiritual education circles.
What’s offered: Certified Practitioner and Advanced training programs.
Highlights:
- Emphasis on soul contracts, healing karma, and guiding clients through readings.
- Includes live support, downloadable materials, and business-building tools.
- Endorsed by many spiritual authors and coaches.
3. Soul Journeys Method – Jennifer Longmore
Website: souljourneys.ca
Credibility: Jennifer Longmore has worked with thousands of clients and is often featured in spiritual media.
What’s offered: Akashic Records Certification Levels 1–3, Business Mastermind for Practitioners.
Highlights:
- Strong focus on ethical readings, practical client sessions, and abundance mindset.
- Her method is especially popular with coaches and energy workers.
Akashic Records Conclusion
The Records aren’t reserved for mystics in monasteries or psychic prodigies. They’re accessible to anyone with sincerity, openness, and a willingness to look within.
You don’t need to be “gifted” to begin. You just need to be curious and begin your practice of choice.
So whether you start with a book, schedule a reading with a coach, or learn to access the Records yourself, know this: the door is already open. All that’s left is to walk through.
Hi, I’m Ryan. I’m a meditation teacher, spiritual seeker, and founder of nurtureyourspirit.org. I’m glad you’re here! I founded Nurture Your Spirit because of my love of meditation, spirituality, and spiritual awakening.
