A model consistent with string theory is proposed for so-called paranormal
phenomena such as extra-sensory perception (ESP). Our mathematical skills are
assumed to derive from a special 'mental vacuum state', whose origin is
explained on the basis of anthropic and biological arguments, taking into
account the need for the informational processes associated with such a state
to be of a life-supporting character. ESP is then explained in terms of shared
'thought bubbles' generated by the participants out of the mental vacuum state.
The paper concludes with a critique of arguments sometimes made claiming to
'rule out' the possible existence of paranormal phenomena.Comment: 6 pages. Presented at the Second European Samueli Symposium,
Freiburg, October 2003. Keywords: ESP, string theory, anthropic principle,
thought bubble, universal mind, mental stat
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