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November 2008 PMID 18602617

Children's reports of past-life memories: a review.

Jim B Tucker

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The overall tone is one of curiosity and support, with many posts highlighting the scientific evidence and mentioning specific case examples, such as verified memories and peer-reviewed articles. Words like 'evidence,' 'scientific,' and expressions of surprise or agreement contribute to a tone that suggests genuine interest and possible influence on opinions about reincarnation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support for the scientific investigation of past-life memories, with many claiming there is significant evidence for reincarnation.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high curiosity and enthusiasm about the topic, with many acknowledging the evidence and scientific efforts involved.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants cite various examples, such as mentions of peer-reviewed research and personal claims, demonstrating deep involvement in the discourse.

ImpactModerate impact

These discussions could influence beliefs about life after death, though mainly within interested circles with some reinforcing existing ideas.

Abstract in brief

  • Researchers have been investigating young children’s claims of past-life memories for 45 years, often linking their details to identifiable deceased individuals.
  • These memories typically refer to ordinary lives and are reported by children across various cultures, especially in those that believe in reincarnation, but also in Western contexts.
  • The review highlights different aspects of this phenomenon and discusses several recent cases from America.
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Michiel Visser ✍
@vissermc76 · X

@RenskeLeijten Hoe weet je zo zeker dat reïncarnatie niet bestaat? https://t.co/JIFH5xcLcZ

Apr 2, 2022 · 3 likes · 157 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@naturallaw2029 @ilgephelfis Well said, and there is certainly no shortage of evidence for reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@RuntimeTraveler @KyleBogosian @robinhanson There is certainly quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@IMSTARSICK @daxdives Most people who have past life memories do not claim to have been anyone famous in a past life. A lot of people on social media just make things up to inflate their ego's, https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 7, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@ParadiseLife11_ There is quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 11, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@xFortune @StuartHameroff @Saurabh_Shah1 @SoulFireMage @anilkseth @newscientist @anirbanbandyo Here you go. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

May 2, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →

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Aug 21, 2023 · 3,165 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@itssanman @BangyTalks @soclibben This is a peer reviewed article on the subject. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

May 3, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@HHoldhj77 @thomaskaine5 There is actually quite a bit of scientific evidence in favor of reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

May 2, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@xFortune @StuartHameroff @Saurabh_Shah1 @SoulFireMage @anilkseth @newscientist @anirbanbandyo Here you go. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

May 2, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@HW20279835 @Hamishmczzz @EricRWeinstein @lexfridman @joerogan Here you go. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 22, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@Tuberoot @Biff_Boolean @Alphafox78 There is actually quite a bit of evidence for reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 15, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@ParadiseLife11_ There is quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 11, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@Goldfiinger77 @WR4NYGov Most people don't like to think about death and what happens afterwards. That said, there is quite a bit of research that has been done into past life memoires that were able to be verified as genuine. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 11, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@limmylammy @MarxistPikaJew @VLubev @AaronBastani @ClarkeMicah Yes, there quite literally is. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 10, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Ilgephelfis
@ilgephelfis · X

RT @Kanak278: @naturallaw2029 @ilgephelfis Well said, and there is certainly no shortage of evidence for reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5…

Feb 7, 2023 · 1 share · 2,820 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@ArtmouseMuses @WmDeanFrench Confirmation bias only applies to cases ofparents claiming there children were famous historical figures. It does not explain the vast majority of these cases, and keeping an open mind means acknowledging that these children might be telling the truth. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 7, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@IMSTARSICK @daxdives Most people who have past life memories do not claim to have been anyone famous in a past life. A lot of people on social media just make things up to inflate their ego's, https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 7, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@0tartarus There is quite a bit of evidence for it, but keep in mind that reincarnation is not limited to human beings on this messed up planet. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 7, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@Greenman89071 @PhysicistTx @EncryptedK @DrStevenJLawson Yes, there literally is. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 7, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@naturallaw2029 @ilgephelfis Well said, and there is certainly no shortage of evidence for reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@RuntimeTraveler @KyleBogosian @robinhanson There is certainly quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 1 like · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

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Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@IthoughtiwasU @leonheden There is actually quite a bit of evidence for reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@bitcoindef @elonmusk There is certainly quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RTn6I

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@newtype02 There is actually quite a bit of evidence in favor of it. https://t.co/cjGt5RTn6I

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@pandoraheartt_ You might just end up getting your wish. https://t.co/cjGt5RTn6I

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@thames_pilgrim @coleyrich1 @TraceyMaloneWW @GoldMustard I don't know about Karma, but there is certainly quite a bit of evidence in favor of reincarnation. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
Alex177
@Kanak278 · X

@BosnjakKralj @HeDiox @Anissa_bo_ @hakijaavdicblog Yes, it quite literally is, but thanks for proving that you didn't even bother reading it. https://t.co/cjGt5RSPha

Feb 6, 2023 · 147 followers View post →
M.C. Visser
@RuntimeTraveler · X

@nofumotucas @Trad_West_Art Can you maybe answer this for me: why is nobody talking about this: https://t.co/ySOVXHZUeH

Jan 16, 2023 · 75 followers View post →
Michiel Visser ✍
@vissermc76 · X

@RenskeLeijten Hoe weet je zo zeker dat reïncarnatie niet bestaat? https://t.co/JIFH5xcLcZ

Apr 2, 2022 · 3 likes · 157 followers View post →