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Exploring the Boundaries of the Paranormal and Scientific Inquiry

The Historical Perspective: Normal vs. Paranormal

The conversation begins with a reflection on how perceptions of the paranormal have evolved over time. Historically, until well into the 19th century, there was no clear demarcation between what we now consider "normal" and "paranormal" phenomena. In fact, many eminent scientists, including Sir Isaac Newton, engaged in practices such as astrology and alchemy—fields that today are viewed as pseudoscientific or mystical but were once intertwined with the pursuit of knowledge.