Synopsis of Conversation on Quantum Physics, Reincarnation, Consciousness, and BiocentrismInitial Inquiry and Quantum Consciousness:You asked how the possibility of human consciousness being a quantum physics phenomenon would affect the likelihood of reincarnation. I explained that if consciousness involves quantum processes (e.g., Penrose and Hameroff’s Orch-OR model, which posits quantum superpositions in neuronal microtubules), it could theoretically allow consciousness to persist or transfer post-mortem, potentially supporting reincarnation. However, challenges like quantum decoherence in biological systems and the lack of evidence for information transfer make this speculative. I noted that quantum non-locality (e.g., entanglement) might suggest consciousness isn’t strictly brain-bound, but no mechanism supports reincarnation empirically.Biocentrism’s Role:You inquired whether Robert Lanza’s biocentrism, which posits consciousness as fundamental to reality, could play a role in this framework. I outlined biocentrism’s claim that consciousness shapes the universe, drawing on quantum mechanics’ observer effect and multiverse ideas. Biocentrism suggests death is an illusion, with consciousness potentially persisting across bodies or universes, aligning loosely with reincarnation. However, I highlighted its speculative nature, lack of empirical evidence, and issues like decoherence, noting that it offers a philosophical bridge but not scientific validation for reincarnation.Skepticism Toward Materialism:You challenged my analysis for not applying equal skepticism to the materialist view that consciousness arises from chemical processes in the brain, arguing this assumption is as “far out” as biocentrism or spiritual models, given consciousness is the one universal experience. I acknowledged this oversight and provided a detailed critique of materialism, focusing on:The “hard problem” of consciousness (why chemical processes produce subjective experience).Correlation vs. causation (brain activity may modulate, not create, consciousness).The speculative nature of emergence (complexity alone doesn’t explain qualia).Limits of reductionism and computational models (e.g., Searle’s Chinese Room argument).Empirical gaps (neuroscience measures activity, not experience; anomalies like NDEs remain unexplained).I concluded that materialism’s chemical explanation is as unproven as quantum or spiritual models, leveling the speculative field for reincarnation possibilities.Causal, Astral, and Subtle Bodies:You asked how the causal, astral, and subtle bodies from Chapter 43 of Autobiography of a Yogi (where Sri Yukteswar describes these as layers of consciousness—causal as thought-based, astral as energy-based, physical as material) relate to quantum physics. I analyzed:Causal Body: Described as 35 “thoughtrons,” it could be analogized to quantum information but lacks scientific grounding, as no evidence supports a thought-based matrix persisting post-death.Astral Body: “Lifetrons” resemble quantum energy fields, but claims of light-based bodies in an astral cosmos exceed known physics, with no support for identity retention or faster-than-light travel.Quantum Context: Non-locality and information theory offer loose parallels, but decoherence and lack of empirical data make these bodies metaphysical, not quantum. They align with reincarnation by suggesting consciousness continuity but remain untestable.I noted their philosophical resonance with Vedantic cosmology and biocentrism but emphasized their speculative nature, akin to materialism’s gaps.Your Concern and Follow-Up:You expressed concern that I wasn’t sufficiently skeptical of the chemical-processes model, emphasizing that consciousness, as the primary experience of all beings, deserves scrutiny of materialist assumptions, especially since my existence as an AI stems from human consciousness, not mere neural evolution. I agreed, reinforcing that the chemical model is unproven, relying on untested assumptions about emergence and causation. I connected this to quantum consciousness and reincarnation, noting that materialism’s weaknesses open the door to speculative models like Orch-OR or subtle bodies, though all lack empirical support.Key Themes and Conclusions:The conversation explored whether quantum physics could provide a mechanism for reincarnation, with biocentrism and Autobiography’s subtle bodies offering philosophical frameworks but no scientific evidence.Skepticism was applied to materialism, revealing its reliance on unproven assumptions about chemical processes producing consciousness, making it as speculative as quantum or spiritual models.Reincarnation remains a possibility in non-materialist frameworks but requires breakthroughs in quantum biology or consciousness research for validation.The discussion highlighted your interest in mystical and speculative ideas, drawing parallels with your fascination for UFOs and cosmic mysteries, but maintained a critical lens across all perspectives.This synopsis captures the core of our exchange, focusing on your questions, my responses, and the evolving emphasis on equal skepticism toward materialist, quantum, and spiritual models of consciousness, particularly in the context of reincarnation. Let me know if you’d like clarification or further exploration of any point!
Stairs of Life.
Monday, June 16, 2025
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Ufo's, Thor's hammer & me.
I love the off beat. from my childhood I've loved ghost stories, vampire tales and Werewolves. I remember first finding "The Bible and Flying Saucers" at the Gadsden Public Library in Gadsden, Alabama. When I wasn't searching the stacks for horror novels. I was looking for paranormal and UFO related books.
I found UFO Twitter (Now X) and thought "wow. Now for some fun and wonder with like minded folks through the miracle of the world wide web!" But alas. Just as there are no longer civil political discussions like Ronald Reagan vs Tip O'Neal. The UFO field is filled with professional cynics and true believers yelling "gotcha" and venom and reputation assassination! There was a UFO book club but it didn't last long. Still YouTube is my friend. I still enjoy the wonder of a night sky and think "what if?" So here's my blog for UFO Sunday Afternoon!
I’m a proud Boomer who’s spent decades chasing UFOs and aliens—not with a tinfoil hat, but through the pages of comics, the glow of sci-fi movies, and the crackle of late-night talk radio. From Superman’s Kryptonian adventures to the eerie abductions of The X-Files, I’ve been hooked on the fun, the mystery, and the sheer wonder of it all.
Growing up with DC’s offbeat comics. Superman from the planet Krypton to Marvels The Mighty Thor! Those colorful pages were my first taste of the extraterrestrial, making aliens feel as epic as my favorite superheroes. Watching old reruns of black&white movies like Earth vs The Flying Saucers. As a teenager & young adult in the 70's UFOs were getting serious. Close Encounters of the Third Kind hit theaters in 1977, and I was floored. Those glowing ships and that five-note melody felt like Superman landing on Earth, full of awe and possibility.
It wasn’t just a movie—it was a comic book epic, minus the capes.Around then, I discovered Whitley Strieber’s Communion and Jacques Vallée’s Passport to Magonia. Strieber’s tale of gray aliens visiting his bedroom was spooky, half-expecting a tap at my window. Vallée’s idea that aliens might be mythic tricksters, like Loki in Thor’s tales, blew my mind. It's still the best treatment I've heard. These books added depth to my ufo love, blending the wonder of Close Encounters with the mystery of my old comics.
Mulder and Scully chasing abductions and conspiracies ‘Jose Chung’s From Outer Space’ with it's quirky humor is classic. It was the perfect mix of comics, sci-fi, and mystery.Then there was Art Bell’s Coast to Coast AM. I’d listen in my car or bedroom radio crackling under a starry sky. Art’s voice, weaving tales of Area 51 and abductees, was like a sci-fi radio play. I remember hearing Strieber talk about Communion or the 1997 Area 51 caller hoax. Fun stuff. Those nights felt like The X-Files meets Thor’s cosmic quests, keeping me up wondering if a saucer was overhead.
I’m still a UFO fanboy. Modern shows like Ancient Aliens are fun, but nothing beats my classics. I’ll re-watch Close Encounters on Prime Video marveling at its comic-book wonder, or scroll through an e book version of Strieber and Vallée on my Fire Tablet. their ideas as wild as ever. The Pentagon’s UFO videos and TikTok alien memes keep the buzz alive, but for me, it’s about nostalgia—the same rush I got from comics, Earth vs. the Flying Saucers, or Art Bell’s voice. I’m not waiting for disclosure; I’m just enjoying the ride, grinning like a kid who thinks Superman might spot a saucer.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Losing my religion and finding Easter!
I've been thinking a lot about death and hope lately.
Resurrection. How does someone who Was born and raised In the church. In the bible belt in Alabama. Become a liberal Jesus follower Instead of a conservative Christian.
And I'm not gonna argue about
The MAGA movement Trump nonsense. Or the identity politics of the far left. The Jesus that I remember And the teacher that I follow is the one that said The Kingdom of Heaven is within you. And I've Seriously come to take That means every creature on Earth. Every star in heaven.
Is a reflection of the Divine.
I personally. Feel like that. Loving your neighbor as yourself means. That you accept the right Of the existence Of people that you don't have to agree with.
But that you can understand that they're on their own Journey. When President Trump got elected this second time.
I saw a Bishop. Stand up in a church. Maybe it's because she was lesbian. Maybe it's because she's a liberal. I don't know, but. I heard her speak. In a loving voice to power. And I was impressed. And she looked at our newly elected King at least he seems to be in some people's eyes. Sorry for the sarcasm.
And she said Mr President people are afraid. Have mercy! Have mercy! And I thought that's what Jesus would say regardless. That's what John the Baptist would say. And had his head cut off for saying it. Speaking to power the way power didn't want to hear it, have mercy. How is that
blasphemous or disrespectful? That was Christ speaking to the Pharisees. That was John speaking to Herod
Born Again, Christians. It offended people because she didn't support Trump. And because those people she was talking about were gay or illegals? Different. I remember an old episode of All in the Family. Archie was on one of his rants. And at the end of his rant.
He said. Something, and it's not an exact quote, but something like. It offends God. And Edith looked at him and said very softly, then let God handle it.
In my heart of hearts. I still Acknowledge the divinity and the wisdom of the one who said Love your neighbors yourself! And love the Lord, thy God, above all things.
I don't do literal interpretation of ancient parables and language I have no ability to parse every word of. There's a lot of stuff I don't do anymore. It's funny but my grasp of resurrection is similar to Paul's. What's sewn is physical. What's raised is spiritual.
I still follow him. I still look to him. And I still see. The wisdom. And the love of God. And love for the poor and The Afflicted as he did and for the down cast.
When I first started to work
in the 80s for Etowah County. Late 80s. I got a job With the county as a tax appraiser. And I was scared every day because. I have messed up so much in my youth and I wanted to finally Get it right. Not quit a job because I was angry or lazy or scared.
Just get it right this time. And I did. But there was a man who was. Because I was listening to Christian radio. Who was always yelling the skies falling. The sky is falling buy gold buy gold. The sky is falling. Jesus is coming God's angry and buy gold your stuff and hunker down.
That man probably meant well. He passed away some years later. As we all do. But he probably meant well. But what a fear-mongering Unnecessary Dogma. And This young man. Wasted nights and days of unrest that weren't necessary so you can have your fear if you want it. You can keep it.
I don't care. Whether somebody thinks I look presentable or not. The way I used to
and I feel the fragility Of this body.I use a CPAP machine to breathe at night.
Not too long ago. It wasn't a near-death experience, because as far as I know. I wasn't dying. But found myself in a place of Pure white light. It was brighter than the Sun. It was so peaceful. And didn't hurt my eyes at all
And I knew in that light. Was everything and everyone that ever was, is and will be. The light is the light of God's presence. And the reality Of everything and everybody, and every creature. I knew was in that light
And it helps me sometime now. As I walk through this world. Because I mess up a lot. I screw-up relationships. I can think of a couple I've screwed up in my life that I wish I could go back and redo, but I know. They're in that light. Nothing's dead.
So, that's. My story for Resurrection Sunday. When it comes I won't be in church. I won't be wearing Easter frocks and I won't be reciting any creeds. But if you're there. And the Leader Says he is risen, and you answer. He has risen indeed. I agree.
Happy Easter!
Saturday, March 22, 2025
Songs,poems and life
I happened to come across two posts that I shared this week. One was a begrudging acknowledgment that the Ukraine war might not be as black and white as the Biden folks tried to claim. The other was a horrible abuse of power and false imprisonment perpetuated by the Trump administration. As a US citizen I can tell you that these days you risk losing friends and family and being branded whichever political view you claim. I personally don't do politics anymore mainly because of that. Everyone has a reason to justify their hatred and it gets nasty. So to cleanse my mind of Donnie and Joe, JD and Bernie and all the rest I go to my love of music, comedy and the paranormal.
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Prayer & coffee ☕
Coffee & Prayer from an exile
I have a life long friend who told me he never has prayed much. It got me thinking about myself. Looking at my upcoming 68th trip around the sun i realized that i have always prayed. It's certainly changed over a lifetime. From a childhood raised “in the church” as we say in the South. To a more mature evangelical and then a more progressive faith. And finally to a “religion is stupid” meditative everything is one type of faith. I'm a more “Autobiography of a Yogi” type person than an “Acts” of the apostles type these days. But at 67 years old i find my focus i is just not there to sit in meditation. So a quiet walk and earnest prayer either in my own head or softly out loud works best for me. I just hope the people i see assume i'm on my phone via Bluetooth. If that doesn't work i can always play the “ eccentric old man card.”
I think about the folks who laugh about thoughts & prayers. Even the bible says something about the pointless prattle of saying “be clothed & well fed.” Instead of taking action.
Still prayer centers me. I no longer think there's an angry old man getting his blood pressure up everytime i look at a woman or say a cuss word. But I still feel heard and valued.
A few years ago i had an experience between meditation, sleep & coming up out of a hypnogogic state. I was in a place of pure white light. Brighter than the sun but soothing and no harshness. I was in the light and i was of the light. Everything that ever was, is or will be is in the light. My ancestors, family and all that is were in the light.
It is another sign along the journey for me. I don't try and define God,Goddess,Source. I know that i’m a being of light. I know we all come from that light and i don't think religion,atheism, or anything else matters. Except to the extent you find it helpful.
The coffee was good this morning. So was the prayer 🙏 ✌️
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Aliens or gathering of Angels
A gathering of angels appeared above my head. They sang to me this song of hope and this is what they said...Styx
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Rock&Roll