Cosmosis [Formerly The UFO Rabbit Hole]

Plasma, Consciousness & the Future of Anomalous Studies

Aug 28, 2025
Dive into the captivating realm where plasma meets consciousness! Discover how plasma, a mysterious fourth state of matter, could be key to understanding UFOs and paranormal experiences. Explore Robert Temple's groundbreaking theories and the connection between orb phenomena and intelligence. Engage with discussions on the limits of materialistic viewpoints and how process philosophy can reshape our understanding of reality. This enlightening conversation challenges perceptions of mind, matter, and the enigmatic nature of the universe.
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Plasma As A Hidden Substrate

  • Plasma makes up the vast majority of the observable universe and has been largely ignored in consciousness studies.
  • Considering plasma as a substrate for intelligence reframes UFOs and anomalous phenomena as potentially non-biological interactions.
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Electromagnetism Drives Plasma Complexity

  • Plasma is ionized gas with free electrons and responds strongly to electromagnetic fields.
  • Its capacity for complex self-organization under EM influence suggests emergent behaviors that could resemble intelligence.
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We Lack A Cross-Substrate Intelligence Test

  • We lack a clear test for intelligence applicable to radically different substrates like plasma.
  • Without consensus on what intelligence or consciousness even require, plasma's potential remains speculative.
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