Among the various reasons Barber et al might encourage the use of psi\u2014without resorting to influencing us with false beliefs\u2014doesn\u2019t a honeypot concept seem the most fitting?<\/p>\n
Consider that psi might be an increasingly rare skill. To identify individuals who genuinely possess this ability and discern their locations, why not encourage a visible outreach? People could be instructed to set aside their fears instead of erecting protective barriers.<\/p>\n
This approach would provide a clearer map of those who remain open to psi, all while keeping legitimate scientific validation largely hidden from the majority. This could help prevent enthusiastic ufology fans from uncovering your intentions.<\/p>\n
Of course, this presupposes that the ultimate goal isn\u2019t simply about controlling the remnants of a subculture that now mostly waits for ‘Official Whistleblowers.’ Let\u2019s assume benevolence might be a fa\u00e7ade.<\/p>\n
Doesn\u2019t it make sense to promote something that could serve your interests? After all, I\u2019ve never encountered anyone offering secret insights without a catch or charge.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"