[RoosterRedux]

My conclusion is that most folks are telling the truth to the best of their ability—this is another “phenomenon” where it is hard to figure out what is happening because of our own belief systems.

I agree. I think most folks believe they telling the truth.

The problem I have is that they still may not be reliable witnesses given the extraordinary nature of these experiences.

[cgbg]

I think the only area where you and I differ on this is I am not sure what a “reliable witness” could be in these types of situations.

Everybody brings their beliefs/prejudices to the table.

My view is that their experiences are as good as we are going to get from homo sapiens.

The concept of “objective analysis of what is really happening” is a myth imho.