Precise tuning required for channeling, vs. pretty much nothing...

[thefool]

I am curious as to why Ra has so many requirements and the 'tuning' seemed to be so difficult, whereas others who allegedly channel just take a few deep breaths, drop their head (or anything similarly effortless) and then began talking as the voice of the channeled entity.

Any insights?

The channeling with Ra was very different compared to say even channeling with Q'UO. Ra was using her mind/body complex and literally moving her vocal cords to provide the answers. She was not consciously aware of the subject matter while channeling. She did not even have to know about the subject for the answers to be provided. With Q'uo however, the tuning is much easier and little different. She is more consciously aware of her surroundings. This also provides her more protection as there were challenges with negative greetings in Ra channeling.