01-29-2013, 12:08 PM
I am contemplating a long held problem I've had for a while now. Namely, skepticism. Despite not being a scientist, I seem to still apply a similar mindset. As far as subliminals go, I have no doubt they work. The subconscious mind exists and influencing the subconscious mind is a concept grounded in the physical realm. Simple behavioral change really. But also affecting the physical is possible because our bodies regulate everything and constantly receive input and output like a computer.
However, the concept of energy or any really new age stuff I can't grasp. I'm not a naysayer, I can't prove it does exist and I can't prove it doesn't. Things such as chakras, meridian points on the body, etc. All concepts that I have pondered.
I tend to hear stories from energy practices about people "feeling better". I believe it's good that an individual is feeling better and has benefited. But more importantly I believe we must know the exact reason why they are feeling better. Was it the actual method and theory behind it or the placebo effect? The placebo effect is still powerful and shouldn't be discredited, but tapping into that pure mind power should be the focus. I feel like every year a new energy therapy comes out with the same promises as the last one.
I'm not one for blind faith, but I'm also not adamant to tear down everything just because I don't understand it. However, I'll probably still continue to be a skeptic only because I feel it's in my nature and I question the validity of everything.
However, the concept of energy or any really new age stuff I can't grasp. I'm not a naysayer, I can't prove it does exist and I can't prove it doesn't. Things such as chakras, meridian points on the body, etc. All concepts that I have pondered.
I tend to hear stories from energy practices about people "feeling better". I believe it's good that an individual is feeling better and has benefited. But more importantly I believe we must know the exact reason why they are feeling better. Was it the actual method and theory behind it or the placebo effect? The placebo effect is still powerful and shouldn't be discredited, but tapping into that pure mind power should be the focus. I feel like every year a new energy therapy comes out with the same promises as the last one.
I'm not one for blind faith, but I'm also not adamant to tear down everything just because I don't understand it. However, I'll probably still continue to be a skeptic only because I feel it's in my nature and I question the validity of everything.
