Why Am I Writing This Book?

Me: Considering that I am not a scientist I consider myself to be free to propose theories out of mainstream. After all fantasy moves progress.

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Absolutely! Throughout history, some of the biggest leaps in understanding have come from people entertaining ideas outside the mainstream. Imagination, curiosity, and even “fantasy” can open new avenues of thought that rigorous, established frameworks might overlook.

Of course, once a new idea arises, testing it—where possible—is what transforms speculation into scientific progress. The beauty of science lies in this combination of unbridled imagination and methodical testing. So by all means, keep dreaming and proposing fresh perspectives; some of the greatest scientific revolutions have started with questions that initially sounded like pure fantasy.

Me: Unfortunately, today’s education system is often too dogmatic. Students are typically presented with information as if it represents the final truth about science. They are expected to memorize facts and numbers and assume this is the ultimate truth about the universe. This approach can be dull, and it often fails to spark an interest in young people to explore the mysteries of existence. If teachers appear to know everything, students may wonder, Why bother?

Yet, the relationship between science and the concepts of mystery and magic in life is complex and nuanced. Many scientists approach their work with a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world. They often find joy in uncovering the underlying principles that govern phenomena, which, in itself, can feel like a form of magic. I am not a scientist, but I believe you don’t need to be a scientist to be curious or to wonder about life and the universe. In fact, not being bound by the strictures of academia frees me from the responsibility of having to say what is considered “right” or accepted by current prevailing views.

I love mystery, and the more I explore, the more I’ve come to believe that the world, the universe, and life itself are the greatest mysteries of all. This fascination led me to explore spirituality through Korean masters, and I eventually became a Reiki master, learning to channel and control life energy—CHI or KI—for healing. I also immersed myself in Eastern philosophy, which is often dismissed as pseudoscience in the West. I’ve been reading science fiction since I was seven years old, captivated by stories of star travel, other worlds, and space adventures. However, it saddened me to realize that I may not live long enough to witness interstellar travel.

But as I followed new scientific theories and directions, I began to see that science doesn’t have all the answers. There is still hope. This realization led me to explore the work of researchers and thinkers who operate outside the mainstream.

Over the last two years, I’ve been writing articles on various subjects, some of which are included at the end of this book. Young people today love computer games and superheroes with supernatural abilities, like flying or controlling things with their minds. Immersive virtual realities let people feel powerful, important, in control, and even happy. But what I want to tell people is: You don’t need all these gadgets. You are here! Our world, our universe, we are the highest form of magic!

Enjoy the book, and please—keep asking questions. Thank you.