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Invisibilia

Back When I Was Older

Oct 25, 2019
19:29

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Quick takeaways

  • Children with unusual memories may raise questions about the nature of consciousness and the possibility of memories from past lives.
  • Using strange memories as a coping mechanism can distract from addressing the challenges of parenting and accepting a child's uniqueness.

Deep dives

The Mystery of Van's Strange Memories

Van, a four-year-old boy, started talking about memories that couldn't possibly be his own. His parents were intrigued and reached out to Professor Tucker, who studies kids with unusual memories. The parents wondered if Van could be a memory catcher, picking up other people's thoughts from people who have passed away. They questioned whether these strange memories made Van still their child.

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