Esp Quote by Donald Hebb
““Why do we not accept ESP as a psychological fact? Rhine has offered enough evidence to have convinced us on almost any other issue... Personally, I do not accept ESP for a moment, because it does not make sense. My external criteria, both of physics and of physiology, say that ESP is not a fact despite the behavioral evidence that has been reported. I cannot see what other basis my colleagues have for rejecting it... Rhine may still turn out to be right, improbable as I think that is, and my own rejection of his view is - in the literal sense - prejudice.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Organization of Behavior, Donald Hebb, 1949
Hebb argues that ESP lacks a plausible physical or physiological basis, so despite some experimental reports, it remains unconvincing.
In simple terms: ESP is not supported by known science.
Key Takeaway
Question evidence before accepting extraordinary claims.
Themes
science
skepticism
psychology
evidence
bias
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research review
- academic debate
- policy making
- media reporting
Key Concepts
parapsychology
methodology
confirmation bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What standards should be met before a phenomenon is accepted as scientific?
- How do personal biases affect interpretation of data?
A Different Perspective
Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence, which is currently lacking.
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