A good number of pet owners attest to having a deep, inexplicable bond with their animal companions. Many note the curious way their pet always seems to be able to sense their mood or intent. Reports of pets detecting unexpected, oncoming health events in their owners moments before they actually happen are as common as… [Read More]
Telepathy: Communication Through Extrasensory Means
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Telepathy is a term that was coined in 1882 by Frederic W. H. Myers, an early psychologist, a founder of the Society for Psychical Research, and a good friend of William James. Most people view telepathy as a strange, mystical power with no basis in reality. However, ever since the creation of the Society for… [Read More]
Psychics And Such At the White House: Franklin Pierce
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Some may think that there has never been a formal séance held in the White House for the President and/or First Lady. Some presume that only Abraham Lincoln attended a séance, and that was for his wife (and that it happened only once). Most, I believe, would be surprised that numerous Presidents and First Ladies… [Read More]
Psychics And Such At the White House: George Washington
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Many have heard stories of psychics and such visiting the White House, home to U.S. Presidents since 1800. The first President to occupy the White House was President John Adams in 1800, however, the construction of the White House was yet to be completed at that time. The British set fire to the ‘President’s House’… [Read More]
Ghost Hunting for Beginners
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Introduction: With the growing number of ghost hunting shows available on television the interest in this field has never been higher. Amateur ghost hunters are taking to the field in record numbers, and many do not have the skills needed to be both safe and effective. Interest in the paranormal is certainly not new and… [Read More]
Ouija Board Safety
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If you happen to believe that there is a spirit world, an afterlife, then you may find that when used properly Ouija boards can be a valuable tool for communicating with the world beyond. However, it is worth noting that those familiar with ouija boards and spirit contact recommend certain precautions be taken. With a… [Read More]
Why People Confuse Psychics With Mentalist – Part 2
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Previously in our article Why People Confuse Psychics With Mentalist – Part 1 we looked at the origin of the term ‘mentalist’ and how the whole memtalist field was the outcome of magicians trying to imitate psychic abilities and paranormal activities. Houdini, one of the best known magicians at the time, began a crusade to… [Read More]
