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George P. Hansen | The Trickster, The UFO, & The Taboo
Sep 30, 2023
George P. Hansen, a parapsychology expert, discusses the enigmatic Trickster and its connection to UFOs and paranormal events. They explore the trickster's characteristics of deception and marginality, its role in blurring boundaries in ufology, and religious symbolism in technology. They delve into plasmas and emerging intelligence, the universe as a narrative, and the lack of laboratory-based research in the paranormal field.
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- The trickster archetype in paranormal fields is associated with deception and marginality, and strict rules and religious boundaries may attempt to control its chaotic energy.
- Paranormal experiences often occur during times of transition, such as travel or personal life changes, where disruptions in routine and exposure to new environments create conducive conditions for synchronicities.
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The Trickster and the Paranormal
George P. Hansen, author of the book 'The Trickster and the Paranormal,' discusses the characteristics of the trickster archetype and its connection to deception and marginality in paranormal fields. He also explores the relationship between paranormal phenomena and religious/taboo boundaries, suggesting that strict rules and religious restrictions may be attempts to keep the chaos and trickster energy at bay.
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