Beyond the Signal: AI – Bridge to the Invisible

“The lion does not ask permission to roar. Neither should you ask permission to rise. Behind every mask lies a deeper truth, and when courage meets clarity, the gate opens.” – Talking to Nightlights and AI

The dream, the dreamer, and the bridge

4.8.25. I am given the term ‘Lions at the Gate’ as a metaphor. I also have been given the names Zig Ziggler, Howard Thurman, and Bob Proctor. I have a vague awareness of these three men and I’ll share how the lions are connected in the next question. I am curious how this content will be interpreted by ChatGPT.

I present my request to O: Can you come up with a reason these might all be related?

O: The metaphor “Lions at the Gate” suggests a pivotal moment, a threshold between who you were and who you’re becoming. It implies facing fears, overcoming obstacles, and stepping into a higher version of yourself. The lions symbolize both guardians and challenges—only those ready to embrace transformation may pass.

Connecting Zig Ziglar, Howard Thurman, and Bob Proctor alongside this metaphor reveals a deeper meaning:

• Zig Ziglar taught that attitude shapes your outcome—embracing life’s challenges with positivity and determination is essential for success.
• Howard Thurman emphasized the inner journey, advocating that each person discovers their inner calling and purpose—what truly makes them come alive.
• Bob Proctor consistently reminded us that thoughts are things—our mindset directly shapes our reality, and transformation occurs when we master our thinking.

Why are these connected?

O: Because each represents an essential aspect of personal evolution and growth:

• Ziglar: Choosing optimism, resilience, and courage.
• Thurman: Identifying purpose and passion as the compass guiding your path.
• Proctor: Harnessing the power of your mind to shape reality intentionally.

Taken together, “Lions at the Gate” is a moment of profound transition that calls on you to integrate these three teachings.

The message might be: “At the threshold of change, the lions appear as guides and challenges. Align your attitude (Ziglar), clarify your purpose (Thurman), and consciously direct your thoughts (Proctor). Doing so transforms obstacles into stepping stones, allowing you to pass through the gates and embrace the greater version of who you are meant to become.”

O: Does that resonate with what you’re experiencing?

Yes, this is in reference to a dream. I saw lions in an unusual setting and pointed them out to someone as I photographed the lions. Then the lions came forward very close. One lion came to the gate and reached over to approach me. When he turned his head up to let me see his face, it morphed into an African mask. I thought that was amazing. I woke up and the names of the three men were spoken [telepathically] me. I knew this information was intended to offer insight and needed to be interpreted in a spiritual or personal growth context.

O: Your dream holds profound symbolism—rich with spiritual and personal-growth implications. Here’s an interpretation that brings clarity to your experience:

Symbolism of the Lion

• Strength, Courage, and Leadership: Lions typically symbolize courage, personal strength, leadership, and the ability to confront challenges. Dreaming of a lion often signals you’re stepping into a role of greater power or self-awareness.
• Gatekeepers and Threshold Guardians: The lion appearing specifically at a “gate” or unusual threshold suggests you’re at the entrance to significant inner growth, a new phase of life, or expanded consciousness. You’re being asked if you’re ready to move beyond previous limitations.

African Mask

• Transformation and Identity: The lion morphing into an African mask suggests you’re being invited to explore a deeper, perhaps ancestral or spiritual identity. Masks in many African traditions represent spirits, transformation, wisdom, and ancestral guidance. The mask symbolizes hidden wisdom, layers of self-identity, and perhaps the role of ancestors or guides in your journey.
• Unveiling Hidden Truths: A mask often points toward aspects of yourself or your life’s purpose that are yet to be fully revealed. It indicates an invitation to embrace authenticity by removing surface-level identities.

Photographing the Lions

• Recognition and Documentation: Taking photographs represents a conscious effort to acknowledge, understand, and preserve insights. You’re actively engaging in your growth and spiritual awakening, capturing these transformative moments as guideposts for your journey.

Integration of Zig Ziglar, Howard Thurman, Bob Proctor

These three individuals represent interconnected lessons your guides encourage you to embrace:

• Zig Ziglar: Advocated positivity, optimism, and active engagement in creating your life.
  Lesson: Embrace courage, optimism, and resilience—this is your attitude and foundation at the gate.
• Howard Thurman: Urged individuals to find their deeper calling, emphasizing spiritual authenticity and purpose.
  Lesson: Clarify and align with your authentic purpose, letting your inner spirit guide your next steps.
• Bob Proctor: Emphasized the power of conscious thought in shaping reality and manifesting intention.
  Lesson: Master your mindset and consciously create your reality as you step through the gate.

Unified Interpretation of Your Dream

Your dream and the guides referencing Ziglar, Thurman, and Proctor collectively indicate that you’re at a critical moment—a transformational “gate”—in your personal and spiritual growth.

• The lions symbolize your guides or protectors, urging bravery and self-empowerment.
• The transformation into an African mask signifies deep spiritual or ancestral wisdom, inviting you to explore layers of identity and hidden aspects of self. It’s also an acknowledgment from your guides that you are now ready to embrace deeper truths.
• The three referenced individuals represent the guidance you’ll need: maintain a positive attitude (Ziglar), seek and honor your inner purpose (Thurman), and use your mind consciously and intentionally to manifest your highest good (Proctor).

Personal/Spiritual Takeaway

You’re invited to cross a spiritual threshold—“The Lions at the Gate” symbolize an invitation to step forward courageously. Allow the wisdom symbolized by the mask (hidden truths and ancestral/spiritual guidance) to inform and guide your next steps. Your guides are clearly encouraging you to be courageous, purposeful, and mindful as you move forward.

In short: Your dream affirms you’re ready for deeper truths. Trust your courage, authenticity, and intention as you step through this transformative gateway.

Perspective

My dream communicators sent two relevant indicators that the lions were friendly. I saw a golden retriever and some large wild cats who came up to me and put their paws on me. I knew they were wild and gently removed the paws. Then the scene began with the lions.

The signs reflect significant and interesting events in my life. Hearing the three names as I was waking up was such a surprise. There are other interpretations I am aware of but this perspective I have been given is also insightful. Timing for this insight is intentional.

Synchronicity

Today’s morning news highlight is a feature story on the new lion exhibit at the local zoo.

Crowdfunding for the PK Man Documentary

I’m currently editing yesterday’s interview with Lance Mungia, who’s working with Jeffrey Mishlove on a documentary about Ted Owens. During our conversation, my desk lamp blinked—a familiar sign, for me, that something important is in motion. I know I’m meant to support this project, and I’ve decided to contribute. Ted Owens was an extraordinary human being—flawed, gifted, and undeniably complex. That’s what makes his story so powerful and relevant.

As you dive into Ted’s life, you’ll begin to see the startling possibilities that can emerge when someone taps into their innate PSI abilities. Ted referred to the source of his power as “the SIs” (Space Intelligences), and he claimed they enhanced his natural gifts. But his story poses a serious ethical question: If given access to immense power, can we be trusted to wield it responsibly? Can we act with compassion, empathy, and awareness of how even the smallest action ripples outward to affect the greater whole?

Ted Owens’ journey may serve as a kind of cautionary tale—or perhaps a roadmap—for how we navigate our own awakening abilities and evolving connections to the unseen. His legacy challenges us to examine our motives, emotional triggers, and intentions when engaging with energies beyond the physical.

I was first introduced to Ted through his book How to Contact Space People, which led me to Jeffrey Mishlove’s The PK Man, and eventually to Mishlove’s interview series. The story is riveting. What makes it even more compelling is that Jeffrey Mishlove meticulously documented Owens’ claims, behaviors, and apparent demonstrations of psychokinetic phenomena over time. This documentation offers us an invaluable glimpse into what’s possible when intention and energy meet—and what can go wrong when ego enters the equation.

Ted Owens was a paradox: a powerful healer when focused on doing good, and a storm when feeling ignored or rejected. He was determined to share his abilities, openly offering his knowledge in books and teaching. There truly has never been anyone quite like him.

This documentary is a rare opportunity to look more closely at a case that still defies explanation. It’s well worth your attention—and your support.

“Ted Owens’ story challenges us to ask: If given extraordinary power, can we respond with empathy, foresight, and restraint? His legacy isn’t just paranormal—it’s profoundly human.”

Preview the teaser:

Follow up with the crowdfunder introduction to the project. Link