r/remoteviewing Nov 26 '23

FAQ [START HERE] INTRODUCTION | FAQ | RESOURCES - Welcome to r/remoteviewing

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Hello and welcome!

From students to professionals, skeptics to intuitives to the generally curious - we are an open and supportive community dedicated to the discussion, study, and practice of remote viewing. Note that "remote viewing" here refers specifically to the protocols and techniques developed and used during the US-government-sponsored program that ran from the early 1970s to the mid-1990s today widely known as Project Star Gate. Anything outside of that scope is considered off-topic.

In this post, you will find everything you need to get started with this art. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, don't hesitate to post about them! We also encourage everyone to come hang out with us on our Discord.

FAQ

What is Remote Viewing?

As described by IRVA (International Remote Viewing Association):

"Remote viewing is a mental faculty that allows a perceiver (a “viewer”) to describe or give details about a target that is inaccessible to normal senses due to distance, time, or shielding. For example, a viewer might be asked to describe a location on the other side of the world, which he or she has never visited; or a viewer might describe an event that happened long ago; or describe an object sealed in a container or locked in a room; or perhaps even describe a person or an activity; all without being told anything about the target — not even its name or designation."

The term "Remote Viewing" can be misleading as it may be mistaken for clairvoyance. Clairvoyance refers to the ability to see things through extrasensory means. Although remote viewing and clairvoyance may share similarities, like accessing information beyond what is immediately available, they are not the same.

Remote Viewing is a distinct discipline that explores clairvoyant abilities through a structured framework. One key difference is that Remote Viewing follows a specific protocol. This protocol includes clear rules to determine if Remote Viewing has taken place and what the results were.

The protocol comprises four steps:

  • Planning and targeting: Remote Viewing requires a deliberate effort to focus on a specific target rather than random insights or feelings beyond your control.
  • Recording: Any data obtained during the Remote Viewing session should be recorded in some format for later analysis.
  • Double-blind: The target should be kept secret from you and anyone else present during the session to eliminate any possibility of bias.
  • Feedback: Finally, receiving feedback is essential for determining whether your Remote Viewing was successful. Feedback confirms whether you were accurate in your observations or not. Feedback is also vital for improving your skills.

By following this protocol, Remote Viewing can provide verifiable and more accurate results, as it helps to minimize guesswork, imagination, and the viewers’ biases/assumptions from corrupting the data. Anything done outside of this protocol is not considered Remote Viewing.

Complementary resources (highly recommended):

What are the possible applications of RV?

Throughout its nearly 50-year history, remote viewing has been applied in a growing variety of areas such as intelligence gathering, archeology, technology, medicine, criminal investigations, finding missing persons, mysteries, business consulting, and others. In public, it is currently being widely used for sports betting, crypto/stock market, and news prediction. The eight martinis magazine is a good resource for looking for examples of applications and other kinds of information.

Are there any examples of RV?

Many examples are scattered around the internet, some even posted here or on our Discord. The links below provide examples of remote viewing used in real-world scenarios, training, and demonstrations.

Does the remote Viewer ‘see’ the information like video in their mind?

Remote viewing as a descriptive of the process is a poor choice as you don’t really ‘view’ the data from the target. The data forms in gentle bursts of information, these initially take the form of sensory data like; touch, taste, and smell. Later on stronger data builds like target dimensional, size, mass and density. This leads on to sketches of the target, which leads on to stronger data and intangible type data like; ‘feels religious’, ‘a sense of dread’, ‘feels happy’. These impressions are usually hazy, indistinct, fuzzy and partial, like faded memories and very subtle. Rarely are the images and impressions strong and visually strong.

Do I need to be psychic to do it?

Remote viewing is a trained ability and does not require any particular skill such as "being a psychic". We are all psychic to some degree. While some may have a better natural ability than others, we all have what it takes to remote view.

Are there any dangers associated with practicing RV?

While remote viewing is generally considered safe, it is a phenomenon we do not fully understand, and its underlying mechanisms remain unclear. As a result, it is challenging to identify all potential risks definitively. However, based on the experiences and stories shared by practitioners, it is best to AVOID esoteric or controversial targets, such as unidentified aerial phenomena (UAPs) or entities, as well as sensitive topics involving death or trauma. Such targets can lead to disturbing experiences, emotional distress, or misinterpretations. Additionally, it is not advisable for individuals with recent or ongoing mental health issues to practice remote viewing, as they may be more vulnerable to unintended psychological effects. Maintaining a grounded and balanced approach to remote viewing is crucial for ensuring a safe and constructive practice.

How can I try it out?

A quick, easy and fun way to try remote viewing for the first time is through our beginner's guide. The guide will teach you the basics and walk you through a session. Note that the guide is only a starting point, and there is much more to learn. Attention: read about potential dangers in the question above.

What is CRV, NRV, TDRV, TRV, ... RV methodology?

There isn't a single "Right Way" to do remote viewing. Viewers can use many methodologies, and it's remote viewing as long as the protocol is followed. Practicing one of these methods in depth is a great way to learn. Still, every viewer eventually develops their way of doing things. It's like learning to cook - you start following recipes, and then you can get more creative as your understanding grows.

Protocols are big picture, and your method is the small steps (often called stages) on how you work your way through a target. Usually, they start with fundamental aspects of the target, such as colors, smells, tastes, textures, and sounds, and from there, viewers will hone in more and more by going through sketches and abstract concepts until they feel they've gotten all they can from a target.

The most popular method is called Controlled Remote Viewing (CRV), it is composed of 6 stages, and it is the original method used by the U.S military.

Complementary resources:

Are there any scientific studies on RV?

Plenty! In fact, RV was "born" in a laboratory (hence the protocols) and has demonstrated statistical significance above chance. Here are starting points for those interested in the scientific side of RV:

What is Associative Remote Viewing (ARV)?

In short, ARV is a way of using remote viewing to predict the outcome of a future event where all possible results are known in advance. For example, ARV can predict the winner of a tennis match or if a stock will go up or down the next day. This is done by associating a target to each outcome, and then the viewer will describe the target associated with the outcome that will, in fact, happen.

One factor that makes ARV not 100% accurate is a phenomenon called 'displacement'. That is when the viewer correctly describes the target but for the wrong outcome or when different targets merge in the session. For example, if one target is a banana and the other a black bowling ball, the viewer may describe something heavy, round, and yellow that tastes sweet.

Complementary resources:

Where can I get RV training?

Many instructors (including the original Star Gate viewers) teach online or in-person classes. Before taking any lessons, it's essential that:

  1. You do your research thoroughly, not only about remote viewing and the method you intend to learn but also about your instructor.
  2. You have a clear reason and motivation for seeking training.

See the links below for a list of instructors. See also: map of methods and trainers.

Is this like Astral Projection/OBE?

Astral projection (AP) is based on the concept of out-of-body experiences, where your consciousness is believed to leave your physical body and travel to other locations or even realms. This experience typically occurs in a deep meditative or trance-like state and is often associated with personal or spiritual exploration. People who practice astral projection might feel they are visiting places that are far away, other dimensions, or even afterlife realms. It is seen as a more mystical practice, with a focus on self-discovery, spiritual growth, or connecting with otherworldly entities.

Remote viewing (RV), on the other hand, is a mental skill where a person attempts to gather information about a distant or unseen target through focused attention. Unlike astral projection, in remote viewing, the individual remains fully conscious, alert, and awake while receiving impressions about a specific place, event, or object. RV is more structured, with clear rules such as having a defined target, being "blind" to that target (meaning the viewer has no prior knowledge of it), and documenting impressions through writing or sketching. It is typically used for practical purposes, such as gathering intelligence, solving problems, or research, rather than for spiritual purposes.

Why does Wikipedia say there is no evidence that RV exists?

Wikipedia is unreliable on all matters relating to remote viewing and other forms of psi due to ceaseless re-editing by anti-psi editors. For reference, see the 2007 version of the RV page prior to the edits and Russell Targ's response to Wikipedia.

Resources

Basics

Getting started

Discord

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The presence of links on this FAQ does not necessarily constitute an endorsement or use by the mods or other users of the sub. We are not responsible for the content of anything outside of this sub.


r/remoteviewing 12d ago

Weekly Objective Weekly Practice Objective: R00162 Spoiler

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Hello viewers! This week's objective is:

Tag: R00162
Frontloading: ||target is a structure||

Feedback

Cue: Describe, in words, sketches, and/or clay modeling the actual objective represented by the feedback at the time the photo was taken.

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Lligwy Burial Chamber

"...a Neolithic chambered tomb that was constructed some 5,000 years ago.

The tomb consists of a colossal capstone supported by eight upright stones (it’s only in contact with three of them). These uprights are as tall as two metres (6.6 ft) but are submerged in the soil, hiding their true height. Their height is of note because they support a capstone that weighs an incredible 25 tonnes, leaving you to wonder how they managed to elevate such a massive rock that high off the ground. Lligwy Burial Chamber

Originally, the structure would have been covered in earth, with a small passage providing access to a chamber that would have been used to house the dead. It’s not known how many people were actually buried here, but an excavation in 1908 revealed the remains of 15-30 people."

Additional feedback: * Your Quick Guide to Visiting the Lligwy Ruins

Congratulations to all who viewed this objective! Keep it up 💪


Feeling lost? Check out our FAQ.
Wondering how to get started and try it out? Our beginner's guide got you covered.


r/remoteviewing 1h ago

I just did a week at the Monroe Institute learning RV from Joe McMoneagle. Here is my best Remote Viewing.

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As the title says, I just got back from a week-long course at the Monroe Institute where I learned remote viewing from Joe. Just wanted to share my best RV.
I learned a lot about my subconscious language. For example, I regularly saw circular motion (like the water collecting at the bottom of the waterfall) as an intricate bird’s nest for some reason? This appeared again and again. Fascinating.
For anyone considering doing the same, I highly recommend it. Yes it’s damn pricey, but it’s worth it. I had such a phenomenal time. I learned so much and everyone there was absolutely wonderful.

Edit:
This is in no way intended to be an ad for Monroe. I believe that literally every human is capable of achieving this. Remote viewing is a REAL phenomenon. Believe me or don’t believe me, but give it a legitimate try before you judge. YOU can do this, and you don’t need an institution or a teacher to make it happen.


r/remoteviewing 1d ago

I created a guided remote-viewing process based on established methods and published research. Looking for genuine feedback.

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There is a lot of remote-viewing information scattered across books, interviews, forums, videos, and published studies, but very little that turns it into a clear step-by-step practice.

I built a structured guided experience to solve that.

It walks beginners through the process without overwhelming them, while still keeping the core methods intact.

I would genuinely value feedback on whether the guidance feels clear, credible, and useful enough to return to.

rvprotocol.com


r/remoteviewing 2d ago

Session Closest “hits” yet

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Second one kind of vague but the first one i believe I hit the target

https://www.social-rv.com/users/Gotviews?tab=sessions


r/remoteviewing 2d ago

Need Help Finding Something. How does this work? Can somebody help me please?

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r/remoteviewing 4d ago

The term Remote Viewing being misused in Social Media

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Is it just me or has Remote Viewing become the new catch phrase for all things clairvoyance and clairsentience. I think it's becoming muddled with a superficial understanding of what Remote Viewing actually is.


r/remoteviewing 4d ago

Weekly Objective Weekly Practice Objective: R98451

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Hello viewers! This week's objective is:

Tag: R98451
Frontloading: ||The objective is an event.||

Remember: describe, do not name! no nouns. Try to go as far as you can and don't forget to sketch!

This objective will be revealed in 7 days (July 25th, 2026).
Pro-tip: you can get feedback earlier on our Discord!


Feeling lost? Check out our FAQ.
Wondering how to get started and try it out? Our beginner's guide got you covered.


r/remoteviewing 4d ago

Video Remote Viewer #001 Drew the Soviet Navy's Most Secret Submarine

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In 1979, a US Army intelligence officer was handed a piece of paper.
On it: geographic coordinates. Nothing else.

He sat down, closed his eyes, and started sketching.

What he drew — weeks before any satellite confirmed it — was a Soviet submarine of a
completely new class that Western intelligence didn't know existed yet.

His name was Joseph McMoneagle. He was Remote Viewer #001.
He later received the Legion of Merit for his work.

This is the full story.


r/remoteviewing 4d ago

Remote viewing group Intuitive underground talks about how life is a shared dream.

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Daniel Mann and Morgan Farrell of Intuitive Underground share what years of remote viewing revealed about consciousness, reality, dreams, reincarnation, and the nature of human experience.

What if reality functions more like a shared dream than a physical world? If reality is being generated, who—or what—is generating it? And if we’re dreaming, can we wake up?


r/remoteviewing 5d ago

MARS - ONE MILLION YEARS B.C.: Project Stargate Remote Viewer Described Giant Humanoid Beings - The viewer described enormous structures, a catastrophic environment, and tall humanoid beings struggling to survive.

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MARS - ONE MILLION YEARS B.C.: Project Stargate Remote Viewer Described Giant Humanoid Beings - The viewer described enormous structures, a catastrophic environment, and tall humanoid beings struggling to survive. https://phantomsandmonsters.com/post/mars-one-million-years-bc-project-stargate-remote-viewer-described-giant-humanoi


r/remoteviewing 4d ago

Technique Remote Viewing while playing video games

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Had an interesting experience that I wish to share. I was replaying Oblivion remastered and fighting the arena on a high level character. I was chatting with my girlfriend’s mom on the couch. I was talking about getting targets to Remote view from subscribers on my channel. She went on that she was thinking of a target earlier today not expecting me to do it right now and I interrupted her saying “ you mean like the place by the water and rocks?” And she asked me to say it again because she was shocked that I was on target. She asked “what else is there?” I replied “there’s slippery rocks, trees, and a small building” she then asked what the building looked like. I said “it’s older like a cottage style house”. What she was thinking of was a beach house she went to as a kid in Maine that’s right by the water and remembered slipping on the slick rocks when the tide was in. I did all this while actively playing a video game in a span of 3 minutes at most.

This is unusual for me because my standard RV is mediation. I’m thinking there’s something to my analytical mind being distracting with a video game but I was able to say what my subconscious was perceiving. I’m thinking of making a video series of targets that I do while just playing video games it would be pretty fun. Maybe that’s all we need for everyone to be able to remote view? Having a physical distraction so you don’t over think your impressions. I’m gonna experiment with this further


r/remoteviewing 5d ago

Need advice/opinions please

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I may have already posted on this thread on a different account but I don't remember so here it goes. About a year ago, my best friend's dog went missing while he was at work. His roommate was home and went to smoke outside and didn't close the front door all the way, so his dog got out and was never found. The roommate was napping when he got home, and didn't even notice the dog got out. The whole story is a bit odd, but that's besides the point. We did everything to find his dog. Put up flyers, posted on all social media platforms, checked the county, looked around his neighborhood every day for weeks, and still nothing. Whether the dog is still alive or not, something just doesn't seem right and I just feel like I shouldn't give up trying to find answers. He was going through a really rough time when he lost her and it just makes me sad that we just never found her. This is honestly my last resort. Is there anyway I can learn how to remote view to find her? Should I involve someone else without giving them context? I even thought about playing a game with my 10 year old niece who i feel is very connected to the spiritual realm and just casually providing her with a coordinate and have her draw what first comes to mind? I am obviously new to this not sure the best way to go about it. Any advice is greatly appreciated.


r/remoteviewing 5d ago

Question is remote viewing real

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idkk i js heard abt this and im skeptical..

unless someone successfully remote views me LMAO that would be scary

anyways i wanna know how people got into this art and what makes them believe it


r/remoteviewing 6d ago

Does the God Lyn Buchanan described he heard sound like a villain?

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He said the voice said " Whatever I give, I give through you not to you" this was during a interview with Jesse Michels.

This sounds kinda like God is saying even if someone really needed something he won't give it to them and expect another person to give it to them instead and that's how it would work. But, then again that's how it sounds to me and it's still messed up because compared to Godly powers a human capabilities are only so much.

I don't know I'm debating myself on this...can someone tell me their thoughts on what God might have meant, or if you think this is all fake remote viewing.


r/remoteviewing 6d ago

What are your thoughts on remote viewers Joseph McMoneagle, Angela ford, Lyn buchanan regarding their abilities?

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r/remoteviewing 6d ago

What sound waves and steps in your opinion are the correct steps to remote viewing?

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Please write specific on steps and do you think 555 frequency or any other frequency waves make a difference.

( Optional) Extra questions if you want to answer:
What is your experience in remote viewing by either training yourself or taking a class?

What were or are the steps and frequencies that you used or use?

What are the No's in remote viewing?


r/remoteviewing 7d ago

Can standard remote viewing be done alone?

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According to my knowing , the target to be remotely viewed has to be hidden from the viewer at first when doing standard RV.

AM a beginner in this space so it got wondering if it's possible to conduct the RV session alone when I don't have a partner as means of exercising.

Any ideas?...is even possible?


r/remoteviewing 8d ago

Requesting RVs

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Built this website to test remote viewing skills. Mainly to test myself and allow others to validate with unbiased results.

https://omniview-sight-test.base44.app


r/remoteviewing 8d ago

Question Where would be the best place to start for someone who is interested in remote viewing??

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r/remoteviewing 9d ago

Dreams

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Since learning of remote viewing, I have noticed weird synchronicities in my dreaming. Ex. This weekend. I had a dream I was in my white truck and had to wait for a buffalo, looked national park ish. Wake up and pee go back to bed next dream Im on a trail and a bear is coming right for me.

I think nothing of those, that day buffalo tossing the guy goes viral. I also see a notification about a bear attack. Both unlikely things I dream about 10 hours prior.


r/remoteviewing 9d ago

Resource Math for Remote Viewing [1 Stage]

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Some time ago we released the advanced stats for the First Impression trainer, a tool for practicing stage 1 of remote viewing.

So I'd like to share this update.

(Just to be upfront. We support free and paid tiers. A small team has been building the app since 2023 with a real in-house artist, UX designer, and software engineers.)

Universal link - https://i.verev.io/math

Below is a bit more explanation of the importance of this stage and how stats are tracked.

Stage 1 is essential and requires a lot of effort.

Its goal is to connect to the target and get the first general impressions (gestalt) about it.

It turns out that very often there is nothing to do in the next stages until we master this phase at some level.

But how to measure that level?

What complicates the situation is that we deal here with multiple choice selection, whose expected probability is pretty hard to calculate without Excel or special software.

The trainer tracks five statistics so you can see exactly how your perception performs.

-Accuracy-

How precisely you find the correct responses.

Hits / (Hits + Misses + Correct not Selected).

Above the expected line is good.
Higher is stronger.

-Hits Identified-

Your share of the correct responses you actually caught.

Hits / Total Correct.

Above expected is good.

-Hit Miss Ratio-

Hits per one incorrect response.

Hits / Misses.

Above expected is good.

-Chance Expectation (z-score)-

How far your result sits from pure chance.

(Accuracy - Expected Accuracy) / Standard Error.

Above 0 means you're above chance.
Higher is stronger.

-Random Probability (p-value)-

The odds your result happened by chance alone.

1 - cumulative Standard Normal Distribution of Chance Expectation.

Below 5% is a strong result.
Lower is better.

You can filter every metric by gestalt: Air, Land, Lifeform, Manmade, Movement, Natural and Water.

See which gestalts you perceive best, and watch each one trend over time.


r/remoteviewing 9d ago

Seeking remote viewing training & certification

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Hi everyone,

I’m exploring ways to return to remote viewing in a structured, non‑fringe way, and I’d love your guidance.

A little about my background:

  • I was in the Gifted and Talented Education program growing up in Los Angeles, California.
  • I trained at the Monroe Institute when I was younger and used to have strong paranormal ESP, telekinesis, and remote viewing abilities.
  • I’ve been out of practice since my early teens and now feel ready to rebuild those skills with clear protocols and good support.

One important note: I’m very sensitive to audio entrainment. Classic Monroe / Hemi‑Sync–style tapes can trigger panic for me, but I respond well to breathwork, grounding, and step‑by‑step practice. Because of that, I’m looking for training that respects nervous‑system sensitivity and can offer alternatives to heavy audio tones.

What I’m hoping to find:

  • A reputable, structured remote viewing training with a solid track record.
  • An experienced trainer or organization that leans toward evidence, discipline, and ethics rather than sensationalism.
  • The strongest form of certification or credentials available, especially anything that has actually been used in professional or law‑enforcement‑related work, even if informally.

If you’ve trained with someone you respect, I’d really appreciate hearing:

  • How many one‑on‑one sessions or individual feedback opportunities were included.
  • Whether they use Monroe tapes or Hemi‑Sync tones—and if so, whether there are alternatives for people who need gentler methods (breathwork, guided work, etc.).
  • Whether their certification or reputation has translated into real‑world applications (investigations, consulting with law‑enforcement or agencies, missing‑persons work, and similar).

Personal stories are especially helpful - what worked for you, what you would avoid, and what you wish you’d known before you started.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and share your experience. I’m looking forward to reconnecting with these abilities in a way that feels grounded, ethical, and safe.


r/remoteviewing 10d ago

Session Decent hit yesterday. Always write down your AO.

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r/remoteviewing 9d ago

Would like to bring this topic to my established podcast

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Good evening,

I am the founder of my podcast, we get experts on various topics to come on the show for our global audience.

We have great discussions and it’s always something different.

Just heard and have gone down the rabbit hole of remote viewing, many people have never heard
Of it,

Looking for someone who is an expert in this field to come on my podcast and have a candid discussion.

Thank you!