Newsletter of the Australian UFO Abduction Study Centre vol 2 no 2

Magazine Overview

This document is a newsletter from The Australian UFO Abduction Study Centre, Volume 2, Number 2. It features a collection of first-hand accounts from individuals who believe they have experienced UFO sightings and alien abductions. The newsletter aims to connect experiencers and provide a platform for them to share their stories.

Editor's Introduction

Keith Basterfield, the editor, notes the large number of experiencers he has spoken to since the previous issue, many of whom have been contacted through radio interviews. He expresses a desire to find ways to reach out to isolated individuals who are puzzled by their experiences and are seeking someone to talk to.

First Hand Accounts

Denise of Victoria

Denise shares her experiences starting in March 1989, when her life changed dramatically. For 18 months, her family was visited by small beings (105-120cm tall, light grey, with large black eyes and small facial features). Despite her initial terror, she felt the beings meant no harm, with fear of the unknown being her primary emotion. The beings focused on her and her 6-year-old son, but other family members and visitors were also involved. In one incident, her son was paralysed by a beam and examined, hearing the beings communicate telepathically, "We will not hurt you." A week later, she was physically pulled out of bed by an unseen force, recalling a voice during a hypnosis session saying, "You must come." This was the most terrifying night of her life. Over the following 18 months, they experienced mechanical noises, humming above the roof, poltergeist activity, and footsteps. Her daughter saw a disc-shaped object. Denise also experienced interrupted sleep and recalls being cut by a small knife by the beings, with her husband receiving similar permanent scars. They have since sold their home and are building a self-sufficient life. She was told by the visitors that the Earth would undergo massive changes and she must be prepared. She has developed an intense interest in native American culture and has a deep concern for the environment, viewing orthodox religion as destructive and seeing the 'godforce' as part of all living things. She believes her experiences, which began with 'Pixies' at age 7, have given her knowledge and wisdom.

From Western Australia

Keith Basterfield met with the UFORUM committee in Perth to discuss UFOs and the abduction phenomenon in Western Australia. Topics included the 1988 Knowles family encounter, local abduction reports, the link between abductions and the paranormal, false memory syndrome, and hypnosis.

#### 1. 1990 Rural W.A.

A 20-year-old airline hostess reported being flooded with light and warmth while driving, then blacking out. She had conscious recollections of being taken onboard a UFO, where humanoid beings with holes for nostrils performed medical tests on her.

#### 2. Undated Kalgoorlie W.A.

A 32-year-old man recalled events from ages 8-15, including waking to find two greyish/blue skinned entities with skinny arms and bodies on his bed, and another time, 15 beings standing over him.

#### 3. 1 Feb 1993 Noranda W.A.

Kylie C. saw a small figure with dark almond eyes and thin lips, and three taller beings in her room. The small figure communicated telepathically, "It's not time yet." Kylie, who was 4.5 months pregnant, found soreness and small pin pricks behind her ears the next morning.

#### 4. 22 Jan 1993 Waroona Dam W.A.

Amanda was among 13 people who saw a large, blue-green, flare-like object. She claims an abduction experience, with bruising on her arms, skin aberrations, and regular headaches. She also believes she has developed healing abilities.

#### 5. 19 Jan 1993 Beldon W.A.

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#### 6. 1983 W.A.

John W. (aged 22-23) had a lucid dream set in the USA foretelling an alien invasion. He dreamt of aliens looking like humans and 'greys' with large heads and dark eyes. He also dreamt of a female neighbour being replaced by an alien double. In 1980, while living in Midlands, he experienced pinching and tickling while sleeping, which attracted the attention of other men in the house. He also claims to be psychic.

#### 7. 1968 W.A.

Terry W. (aged 30) recalled an event at age 6-7 where two small beings tried to persuade him to leave with them. He also recalls being lifted and carried off by small squat entities in Maylands, WA, in 1988/89, and dreamt of being taken by taller 'people' in black capes in 1990. Terry asserts he is very psychic.

#### 8. Two Rocks W.A.

Ron was awoken by a bright light and found himself in a car park with about 30 other people in an altered state. A man in a white coat imparted a telepathic message: "You have been chosen." He then found himself in a community hall with humanoids. One 120cm tall being gave him a bat, wickets, and a cricket ball, leading Ron to realise he had an abduction experience at age 7. Another humanoid seemed to be draining his emotions. He panicked and escaped, finding himself back in bed. On March 4th, 1992, Ron saw his son being floated past his bedroom door, guided by a misty alien form. Ron intervened, and later his son described a nightmare. At breakfast, his son coughed up a piece of metal, approximately 1cm long, which was analysed and found to be an unusual combination of nickel, silver, zinc, copper, cobalt, and ytterbium, initially thought to be an artifact of unknown source, but later assessed as terrestrial, possibly part of an electronic probe.

#### 9. 23 Feb 1993 Kwinana W.A.

Sharon and Ian were awoken by their 4-year-old son crying. Sharon had a strong impression of being in a UFO. Ian saw a bright light and felt nervous. They experienced nausea and could not sleep. At 0200, they were awakened by a train-like noise, accompanied by a throbbing sound. Their dog and others in the area were agitated. Two helicopters were heard for 15 minutes. The couple suffered headaches, felt uneasy, and found sand in their son's bed. Ian's watch, which was reliable, was found to be one hour fast.

From New Zealand

Colin Paule, South Australian State Director for MUFON, shared experiences from a radio program in Auckland.

#### Chris (Wellington, New Zealand)

Chris's experiences began as an adult in 1988. She woke up to see 7-8 non-human beings. She blacked out and woke 4 hours later. This recurred over two years, always waking bolt upright and blacking out.

#### Cathy (Staffordshire, England)

Cathy's first recollection is from age 4-5 in Staffordshire, England, where four beings appeared and took her away. She felt cold and unable to move while floating on a table under a bright light. Her parents dismissed it as imagination. Over the years, experiences continued, with beings interested in her bodily functions. These beings were small, with narrow bodies, thin arms, pliable thumbs, and enormous heads with huge eyes, described as "fly monsters." At age 12, her family moved to Australia, and she initially had no visitations. At age 13, a "man" appeared in her house, 2m tall, wearing a long brown robe with a hood, his face in shadow. He disappeared when Cathy's friend entered. This 'man' visited her regularly during the day. In her late teens, abductions recurred, involving examinations of a sexual nature and internal exams, which were distressing. She felt isolated but eventually found a supportive therapist.

Peter Khoury (NSW, Australia)

Peter Khoury, a Co-ordinator for the UFO Experience Support Association Inc., shares his own story. On July 12th, 1988, he felt something grab his ankles, causing numbness, tingling, and paralysis. He saw 3-4 figures in dark robes with hoods, with wrinkled, shiny black faces, 90-120cm tall, who communicated telepathically, assuring him he would not be harmed. He then noticed two other beings, thin, tall, with big eyes and narrow chins, goldish yellow in colour. One communicated telepathically, telling him not to worry. A flexible, crystal tube needle was inserted into the top left side of his head, causing him to blank out. He regained consciousness and found himself in the TV room with his dad and brother. He realised that 1-2 hours had passed, though only 10 minutes seemed to have elapsed. The next day, he discovered dried blood and a puncture hole where the needle was inserted. His doctor suggested he hit his head, and he was laughed at when he tried to explain.

A Therapist's Account

An Adelaide psychotherapist shares an article for the newsletter, noting that therapy can heal the therapist as much as the client. An example is given of a woman who felt anxious and depressed to the point of considering suicide.

In The Media

Keith Basterfield was a guest on a JJJ radio program discussing abductions, which included an interview with Dr. Susan Blackmore. The program opened up to callers, and Basterfield advertised the Centre, receiving numerous messages and eventually speaking to 20 people.

A sampling of calls included a mother whose daughter had been visited by an entity three times, a Brisbane woman experiencing visitations since childhood with marks on her body, an Adelaide woman whose mother had a realistic dream involving unusual people, and a couple who saw a light in the sky and had a childhood memory of being found outside their house.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The recurring themes in this newsletter are alien abductions, close encounters, and UFO sightings, with a focus on personal testimonies. The editorial stance appears to be one of support and validation for experiencers, providing a platform for their stories and encouraging discussion and research within the field of UFO abduction studies. There is an emphasis on the psychological impact of these experiences and the importance of finding support networks.

This issue of UFOlogy, identified as issue number 11, delves into the intersection of personal therapy and reported extraterrestrial (ET) experiences. The content focuses on a therapist's personal reflections and evolving perspective on a client's claims of being visited by ET beings. The magazine appears to be a publication for individuals interested in UFO phenomena, with a specific focus on the psychological and personal impact of such experiences.

Therapist's Journey with a Client's ET Experience

The core of this issue is a narrative from a therapist who recounts their experience with a client suffering from depression and anxiety, which she attributed to visits from extra-terrestrial beings. The client felt burdened by a sense of having failed an important test imposed by these beings. Initially, the therapist held a skeptical view, believing such experiences were fantasies, possibly psychotic. The therapist's internal monologue reveals a tendency to translate the client's 'extra-terrestrials' into 'fantasies about extra-terrestrials.'

However, through keeping a diary of their own experiences while working with the client, the therapist had a significant realization. They recognized that their automatic assumption of the client being deluded was demeaning her humanity. This led to a pivotal shift in perspective: the therapist decided to approach the client's experience with openness, similar to learning about an unfamiliar country, rather than trying to convince the client of a different reality. The therapist's goal became to help the client navigate the difficulties associated with her experience, without needing to reclassify it as mere fantasy or delusion.

This shift in approach allowed the client's journey toward wholeness to progress, and she moved out of her depression. The therapist also experienced profound personal growth, gaining a new self-awareness and realizing how their own prejudices could impede genuine therapeutic connection. The therapist concludes that a significant, often overlooked, benefit of psychotherapy is its positive impact on the therapist's inner life.

Networking and Distribution

Following the personal account, the issue provides details about its distribution and networking efforts. It states that 54 copies of this issue were distributed. The breakdown of recipients includes 18 copies for 'experiencers,' 15 for health professionals/therapists, 18 for UFO researchers, and 3 for other interested parties. The distribution by state within Australia is also detailed: SA-21, NSW-10, VIC-12, QLD-7, TAS-1, and WA-2. Notably, one copy was sent to the USA.

Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance

The primary theme of this issue is the exploration of subjective reality and the importance of empathetic listening in therapeutic contexts, particularly when dealing with experiences that fall outside conventional understanding, such as alleged ET encounters. The editorial stance, as conveyed through the therapist's narrative, is one of open-mindedness, non-judgment, and the recognition of the validity of individual experience. It emphasizes the potential for personal growth not only for the client but also for the therapist, highlighting the reciprocal nature of the therapeutic relationship and the challenge to one's own perception of reality.