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Psychologists like Lacan have described this as the "mirror phase," where the infant recognizes itself in the mother's gaze, marking the moment of self-awareness and separation. However, this realization also introduces trauma—the recognition that one is separate and vulnerable in a universe that appears indifferent.
The desire to return to this primordial unity manifests in spiritual and paranormal beliefs. People seek comfort and meaning by longing for a return to the womb-like state, where safety, completeness, and eternal connection perceived as part of the cosmic fabric provide existential reassurance. This regression offers psychological solace, reinforcing beliefs in the afterlife or paranormal realms.