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I agree with you, David. It would take more than anecdotal evidence, which may or may not be truthful, (the belief may be truthful, but that doesn't make it factually truthful), some blurry photos that could be many things and sound tracks so poor that they could be many things, as well before I become a 'believer'. Then there are the straight out fakes and scammers.
Same can be said for U.F.O./alien debates, religious/spiritual phenomena, Sasquatches, etc.
The lack of quantitative/tangible proof, as opposed to empirical/qualitative proof or evidence does NOT disprove these things either, I hasten to add. Likewise, conspiracy theories, (that the tangible evidence is really there, but it is a secret, for whatever reason(s)), does not impress me one iota, either.

 

I agree with much of the arguments put by you and Phantom. Being a typical "Doubting Thomas", I have no room for doubt regarding the negative and positive aspects the paranormal can present.

That said, I'm inclined to caution any attempts of "thrill seeking" of the paranormal.

LS

 

I don't mind the publicity that shows like "Ghost Hunters" give to the field of parapsychology, but I also do have to agree that the sensationalism and production for ratings purposes does little to further the actual science behind it.

EMF readings, EVP, and the photography involved all must coalesce to give some type of empirical proof.

Using psuedo-science to garner ratings and make a quick buck detracts from the exploration of the nature of existence. Are we truly "beings of light", or just "crude matter"?

I'd prefer to put my faith in Master Yoda's philosophy, and real empirical evidence.

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