Psychic force is a term commonly used to describe the spiritual or supernatural energy that permeates all things in the universe. It is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /ˈsaɪkɪk/ for the first part, referring to the mind or soul, and /fɔːrs/ for the latter, denoting power or energy. The word originated from Greek philosophy, specifically from the Greek word "psyche," meaning mind or soul, and "dunamis," meaning power or force. Today, it is often used in paranormal and New Age contexts to describe supernatural abilities or phenomena.
Psychic force refers to an influential energy or power that is believed to exist beyond the realm of conventional scientific understanding. It is often associated with paranormal phenomena and the human mind's ability to transcend physical limitations. Psychic force is considered to be a manifestation of the mind's extraordinary capabilities, enabling individuals to perceive, manipulate, or exert influence on events or objects through non-physical means.
This term is commonly used in the field of parapsychology, which is concerned with the study of supernatural or unexplained phenomena. It suggests that there is a force generated by the human mind that goes beyond the known laws of physics, allowing for interactions with the spiritual or metaphysical realm.
Psychic force is often associated with various psychic abilities, including telepathy, clairvoyance, psychokinesis, and precognition. These abilities are believed to tap into the unseen energy within and around us, enabling individuals to access knowledge or exert control in ways that defy conventional understanding.
While the concept of psychic force is widely recognized within certain belief systems and metaphysical practices, it remains highly controversial and lacks empirical evidence from mainstream science. Skeptics argue that the phenomena attributed to psychic force can often be explained by psychological or physiological processes, and that claims made about this force should be subjected to rigorous scientific testing to be considered valid.
Mental power, a force generated by thought or mental action, apart from energy or physical force.
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The word "psychic" comes from the Greek word "psykhikos", which refers to the mind or soul. It is derived from the Greek word "psykhe", meaning "breath" or "spirit". The word "force" has Latin origins, stemming from the Latin word "fortis", meaning strong or powerful. In the context of "psychic force", the term combines elements from ancient Greek and Latin to describe a powerful or strong energy associated with the mind or psychic abilities.