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Paranormal Glossary
Definitions of some commonly used words and phrases regarding the paranormal.

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EMPATHY - Rarely used in modern parapsychology, the popular usage of this term refers to a low-level form of telepathy wherein the empath appears to be aware of the emotional state of a distant person. An empath may also be able to "broadcast" emotions to others.

ESP - Extrasensory perception (ESP) is the knowledge of external objects or events without the aid of the senses.

FAITH HEALING - To know that you and others can heal yourselves by simply believing it.

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