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Despite the persistent history of these phenomena, a notable resistance from the scientific community remains. This hesitance is largely fueled by a fear of discredit and the dismissal of unquantifiable experiences. Scientists often declutter their frameworks of interpretation, omitting anything outside currently accepted empirical data. However, as Kripal asserts, this scientific suppression not only undermines the richness of human experience but narrows the inquiry into consciousness itself.