Akashic Records and Past Life Regression: Using Both

Akashic Records readings and past life regression explore the same territory, the soul's journey across lifetimes, from two different angles. In a reading, you stay fully awake while a reader opens your Records and shares guidance on why a pattern repeats and what you can do now. In regression, you relax deeply and experience impressions of a past life for yourself. Many people find they work best together: a reading to understand the bigger picture and choose a theme, then a regression to explore that theme from the inside, then time to bring both back into daily life.

This guide explains how they connect, what each does well, and how to prepare for each.

The shared idea: one soul, many chapters

Both approaches rest on the idea that the soul learns over many lifetimes, and that some patterns, fears, gifts and relationships carry themes from earlier chapters. The Akashic Records are often described as the record of that whole journey. Regression is a way of visiting one chapter.

A simple way to picture it:

• The Akashic Records are the library. A reading looks across the shelves and explains the story so far.
• Regression is opening one book and stepping into a single page.

What each does best

	Akashic Records reading	Past life regression
Your state	Fully awake and talking	Deeply relaxed, eyes closed
Who receives the insight	The reader, who shares it with you	You, directly
Best for	Understanding why, seeing the big picture, practical next steps	Experiencing a theme, feeling it emotionally
Questions	Many questions in one session	One focused intention
Length	60 to 90 minutes	90 to 120 minutes
Where to book	Akashic Records readings	Shambhala Healing Alchemy

For a fuller comparison, see Akashic Records vs past life regression.

How they help in a session

In an Akashic Records reading

• You bring 3 to 5 questions, which can include past-life themes.
• The reader may describe a past-life pattern and what it is teaching, without you needing to go into a relaxed state.
• The focus is on understanding and what you can do now.
• It suits people who prefer to stay alert and talk things through, or who have several questions.

In past life regression

• You bring one clear intention.
• You are guided into relaxation and notice impressions yourself.
• The experience is often more emotional and sensory.
• It suits people who want to feel a theme directly rather than hear about it.

Which should you try first?

Start with an Akashic Records reading if

• you are not sure which theme or pattern matters most
• you have questions across several areas, such as relationships, purpose and family
• you feel nervous about deep relaxation
• you want practical next steps

Start with past life regression if

• you already have a clear theme, such as a specific fear or a strong pull to a place
• you want to experience it yourself
• you are comfortable with guided relaxation

Using both in sequence

A common path is:

1. Reading: understand the pattern and which past-life theme is most relevant.
2. Regression: explore that theme directly, a few weeks later.
3. Integration: journal, notice the pattern in daily life, and, if useful, a follow-up reading to make sense of what came up.

There is no rush. Give each experience time to settle before the next.

How to prepare for each

For a reading

• Write 3 to 5 open questions. Our list of questions to ask helps.
• Find a quiet space if joining online.
• See how to prepare for your first reading.

For regression

• Write one intention in a sentence.
• Sleep well, eat lightly, avoid alcohol.
• Use headphones and a comfortable place to recline for online sessions.
• See what happens in a regression session and how to prepare.

Questions that bridge both

Good questions to bring to a reading before a regression:

• Is there a past-life theme behind this pattern?
• Which past-life experience is most useful for me to understand now?
• What would help me approach a regression with an open, steady mind?

And after a regression:

• What was that past-life experience teaching me?
• How does it connect with what is happening in my life now?
• What is one step I can take to bring this understanding into daily life?

Keeping it grounded

Both experiences are spiritual and exploratory. Neither proves past lives, and neither is therapy. They do not diagnose or treat any condition and do not replace your GP, psychologist or counsellor. If old trauma or strong distress comes up, please seek professional support.

Frequently asked questions

Can an Akashic Records reading show my past lives?

A reading can describe past-life themes and what they are teaching, while you stay fully awake. Regression lets you experience impressions yourself.

Should I have a reading or a regression first?

If you are unsure what to explore, start with a reading. If you already have a clear theme and are comfortable with relaxation, regression can come first.

How long should I leave between a reading and a regression?

A few weeks is usually good, so you have time to reflect.

Can I do both online?

Yes. Readings are online by video call, and regression works online with headphones and a comfortable place to recline.

Where do I book each?

Book Akashic Records readings on our readings page. Past life regression is booked with our sister practice, Shambhala Healing Alchemy.

Are the insights from both the same?

They often connect but feel different: a reading tends to be explanatory, and regression tends to be experiential.