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Even if James Randi were totally biased when testing these claims the agreed-to protocols are fully accepted by the testee(psychic,douser, et al). In fact, the testee helps in setting up the trial. None have yet succeeded in producing any but negative results. Of course many blame it on JR's bad vibes.

People believe what they want to believe regardless of the facts. Much like Libs.

47 posted on 12/11/2006 7:50:07 AM PST by TangoLimaSierra (PC kills.)
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To: TangoLimaSierra
Of course many blame it on JR's bad vibes.

Daresay, some would rather be famous in Randi's book; than be right. . .and as well, 'bad vibes' cannot be discounted as problematic. . .goes to same problem as mentioned earlier, encountered by one who engages in experiment with biased outcome 'vibes' - so to speak. Be it the disbeliever. . .or the the confirmed believer. Experimentally, neutrality is the desired and necessary, starting point.

ANYway. . .volumes out there beyond Randi; for those interested. . .with definitive stats and experimental data that should challenge one; if not moved otherwise. . .

But more to your point here; people are comfortable with varying levels of belief/acceptance of reality albeit; thaat which confirms their own comfort zone.

(. . .the very word 'coincidence' simply gives meaning. . .and 'meaningless' to a confluence of events/experiences that are otherwise baffling by there synchronicity. Naming it - naming this occurance is the beginning and end of story for most; and that is fine. The unexpectedness; the challenge of a 'coincidence'. . .the mystery, is put to rest.

Whereas for others; 'coincidence' might appear a red flag that challenges ones idea of reality; may be seen as an challenge or invitation by which they are drawn into further exploration.)

There is no 'right/wrong' in the response here. Just a choice.

48 posted on 12/11/2006 8:26:03 AM PST by cricket
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