Students of anomalistic psychology study human behavior and experiences that are generally described as paranormal. However, these scientists operate without the assumption of paranormal activity; and studies often “bust” popular paranormal myths. Koestler Parapsychology Unit, University of Edinburgh Located in Edinburgh, Scotland this research center has churned out studies on…
Could physiological factors be responsible for near-death experiences? It could be that NDEs aren't that close to death after all. If you've ever experienced NDE, then you've felt a strange set of symptoms. Feelings of euphoria paired with the disconnection from your physical senses will leave you with an unforgettable…
The loss of the loved ones is a huge tragedy for any person, and even the most convinced atheist begins to believe in the divine at a moment of grief. Sometimes, we have dreams in which a dead friend or relative appears before us. Neuroscientists and psychologists believe that such…
Where would we be without the effort of scientific experiments? Even the weird and scary ones produce fascinating results. In order to blow your mind, scientists conducted the most out-of-this-world scientific experiments. Well, let's just say, it was for the good of science, but as a side effect, these tests…
Does the soul exist? Does the soul really weigh 21 grams? What happens when a person dies and their soul gets separated from the body? The first time this controversial issue was approached was in 1907, by an American doctor, Duncan McDougall from Haverhill, Massachusetts. He conducted the following “macabre” experiment: he measured…
What is astral projection? A creature of the imagination, a game of the brain, or an alternative approach to reality? This question concerns not only those who practice astral projection (intentionally or unintentionally) but all those trying to understand what happens to the consciousness and mind. Probably the most suitable…
Our interest in the parallel universe is just as common as our interest in death and the afterlife. Could there actually be a connection between the two? This new approach to our perception of death and the Universe is called biocentrism and comes from the world of quantum physics and the…
For many people, the theory of evolution killed their belief in a higher power and the afterlife. This could also mean that they struggle to find a sense of purpose and meaning offered by the traditional religion. Belief in a higher power and the fear of death In fact, according…