Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Explore What Science Can’t Answer: Understanding The Telepathy Tapes, Near Death Experiences, & Supernatural Abilities w/ Professor Jeffrey J. Kripal
Feb 14, 2025
Professor Jeffrey J. Kripal, a philosophy and religious thought expert at Rice University, dives deep into the intriguing realms of telepathy, near-death experiences, and the limits of scientific understanding. He discusses how measuring psychic abilities may render them unmeasurable and examines how those with autism or ADHD might access alternate realms of perception. Kripal also addresses the fear that restricts our understanding of these phenomena, urging a broader exploration of consciousness and innate human intuition.
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Fear of the Unknown
- People fear the unknown and uncontrollable aspects of reality.
- This fear is amplified by a materialist worldview where only matter exists.
Academic Pressures
- Academics, especially in scientific fields, face professional risks when exploring unconventional topics.
- Private conversations reveal more sympathy, highlighting the social pressures.
Unique Sensitivities
- People with autism, ADHD, or trauma may possess heightened sensitivities.
- These sensitivities could grant them unique perceptual abilities, expanding beyond typical human experiences.
