Hi All, 
I've just joined this fellowship after reading the mystical experiences section which I found fascinating. 
  
I'm writing to ask for advice on something that scares me: when I meditate, and at times when I am falling asleep, I get images  
in my mind followed by a floating feeling which is then followed by a rushing  
wind-like noise in my ears. This rises in pitch and volume (I'm usually  
trembling at this stage) until I inevitably come out of the trance, scared. 
  
This has been happening to me since my teens and I can consciously 'bring' the feeling on if I allow myself to drop far enough into trance. 
  
I need to know what this noise is, what produces it, why it is there and  
what would happen if I could stay calm?. 
Also any advice on how to beat my fears would also be appreciated! 
  
Many thanks.