A question of The Force.

Agreed, though thought experiments would be able to provide a basis for a theory; this is besides the point.
Human evolution has gotten us some pretty cool stuff. Eventually we may be able to have powers, this is not what we teach here, telekinesis is not a mandatory skill.

The closest I would think we could get is clarity of mind. Enhancements to our own perception through training, meditation and thoughtful discourse. There is plenty of scientific research to assist with that.

NO one can force you to believe a certain way, if you are determined to work on this, no one can stop your quest there. However, the basics, the underlying theory of abrahamic Jediism should be mastered first before setting such a goal.

Just my 2 cents.

Kyrin Wyldstar wrote:

Uzima Moto wrote: You would have little to back up that theory lol..
What I'm talking about is a real scientific approach to the way The Force works..

Theoretically, someone could use their aura to gather an electrical charge and cast it out. Since it can affect electromagnetic energy. It's not too far of a stretch. I think Energy Work and Social Work go hand in hand for us.. I wouldn't think that they're separate paths but part of the same walk..

The problem with your "theory" is that you cant approach something scientifically when you are trying to work with a "force" that science has never been able to detect. Step one in this would to actually provide scientific evidence of its existence before one can go about harnessing it.

They've been trying to study it scientifically for decades. More specifically, studying "auras" and their effects on people and the general world around them. There's been some marginal success. Most notably is the work done with some monks in the recent past.

Wait, are you telling me that in a community dedicated to the study of the mysteries of Life and "The Force". You guys aren't already informed about this type of stuff?

Why are folks trying to be jedi? People could be helpful and philosophical types without claiming to be "Force Users/Adherents"

Uzima Moto wrote: They've been trying to study it scientifically for decades. More specifically, studying "auras" and their effects on people and the general world around them. There's been some marginal success. Most notably is the work done with some monks in the recent past.

Wait, are you telling me that in a community dedicated to the study of the mysteries of Life and "The Force". You guys aren't already informed about this type of stuff?

Why are folks trying to be jedi? People could be helpful and philosophical types without claiming to be "Force Users/Adherents"

Who are 'They'?

We do study the Force, the energy that binds all things, connects them, et cetera, yadda yadda... But many of us focus on what the Jedi did, rather than the power they would wield by bending the Force to their will. They were teachers, students, warriors, friends, servants, and family to all. Once can be an excellent Jedi without being able to lift rocks with their mind. In fact, the best Jedi were those that had that type of awesome power but didn't use it, instead relying on their own power, their ability, to bring peace to the world wherever they went. To fight against injustice, to help up the fallen, to shield the defenceless, and speak for the silent... all this, in many of our eyes (if not almost all) is more important than a metaphysical superpower. Because, when applied excellently, this type of lifestyle can change the world around you.

I have a strong leaning to Abrahamic practice. There's a certain practicality to it. The dietary laws are actually healthy. There are hygiene codes. And the 10 commandments are designed for how we treat others and "God".. but most religions of the time come from a somewhat observant study of Nature..

Now, in modern days, the days of Marxism and Mercantilism, our religions are products of fantastical thought and science is nearly devoid of spiritual life..

Many things that require discipline are.

They are not mutually inclusive or exclusive.

Many just come to learn to seek fullness in their spiritual life.

Uzima Moto wrote: They've been trying to study it scientifically for decades. More specifically, studying "auras" and their effects on people and the general world around them. There's been some marginal success. Most notably is the work done with some monks in the recent past.

Wait, are you telling me that in a community dedicated to the study of the mysteries of Life and "The Force". You guys aren't already informed about this type of stuff?

Why are folks trying to be jedi? People could be helpful and philosophical types without claiming to be "Force Users/Adherents"

By "they" do you mean scientists? You are correct, it has been studied and shown again and again that claims of its existence to be completely false. There has been no verifiable, reproducible, commonly observed evidence of such a forces existence. Currently its relegated to the realm of pseudo-science and quackery.

Of course this is not to say that it cant exist, only that it has never been shown to exist and no evidence of its existence or claim of its existence has ever proven viable. Attempts to show any sort of paranormal or extra normal abilities like this have never produced any better results than the results expected with chance or random guessing.

As to why people here are trying to be Jedi, to study reality, not to reproduce a fantasy ability from a science fiction movie.