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Friday, June 5th
7 pm EST
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Autism and Past-Life Memory: What We're Learning
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Research Fellow, Parapsychology Foundation
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From the 1960s, Ian Stevenson studied the possibility of reincarnation and memories of past lives in adults and children. His work at the University of Virginia was revolutionary and set the tone for current research into these topics. James Matlock, PhD, is one of the most recent researchers to explore the possibilities of reincarnation in people with different cognitive styles.
In this presentation, Dr. Matlock explores how autism may impact memory retrieval and how these cognitive differences might enable the phenomenon of past-life memories (PML). He will discuss whether behavior, identity, and invisible companions play a role in past-life memories. Why do some individuals report no PLMs while expressing subtle, non-verbal physical and behavioral traits of the previously known person, while others hold strong, detailed, and persistent recollections of PLMs well into adulthood? Autism is known to suppress episodic memory formation while leaving other types of memory unaffected, suggesting that neurological changes could be a key factor in both suppression and enhancement of PLM recall.
Bridging psychology, neuroscience, and consciousness research, this presentation raises intriguing questions about the role of the brain in shaping memory and what that might mean for our understanding of identity, cognitive development, and the possibility of memories of previous lives. Click here for more information....
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Wine journalist and Rhine board member Barbara Esrud delved into Dan Brown's latest novel, The Secret of Secrets, exploring its parapsychological themes and the main character's taste for exquisite wine on her Substack. Read the full article....
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Tune into the Ask Professor Paranormal podcast to get your burning psi questions answered by Board President and paranormal expert, Loyd Aurbach. Catch the podcast on YouTube on May 31, June 14, June 28, and July 12.
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Each month, people from around the world gather to discuss their experiences, learn about parapsychology, or practice their skills. Learn about how you can join these groups by clicking on the links below. Though there is a small fee for these meetings, Rhine members attend for free.
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We would like to share these upcoming events, as they may capture the interest of our community. Please note that they are not sponsored by the Rhine Research Center. For any inquiries, please contact the event sponsor directly.
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Parapsychological Association
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Registration is open! Join the Parapsychological Association in Sydney, Australia, August 13 to 16, 2026, for Parapsychology Dialogues 2026, a landmark event uniting the PA's 68th Annual Convention and the Australian Institute of Parapsychological Research's 10th Annual Conference for interdisciplinary exchange and advances in psi research. To see the program and registration details, click here ....
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Society for Scientific Exploration
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Join the 2026 Society for Scientific Exploration conference from June 17 to 21, just outside Denver, CO. Engage with diverse viewpoints on the scientific and experiential exploration of unexplained phenomena. The program encourages dialogue, curiosity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Discover the full agenda and registration info by clicking here....
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Registration is open for the 2026 Psi Games International event happening July 31 to August 2 in Charlotte, NC. Learn from experts, connect with peers, and cheer on competitors in five distinct psi categories. Use the discount code JOHNKPG26 for a 15% discount on tickets!. Click here for more information....
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Center for Reiki Research
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The International Reiki Research Conference (IRRC) invites abstract submissions. Organized by the Center for Reiki Research, this conference will explore topics such as Reiki's impact on cancer patients, hospital studies, placebo effects, distance Reiki, Reiki with animals, and more. For submission and registration details, please click through....
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Join the Rhine today and immerse yourself in a vibrant community dedicated to pushing the limits of science while fostering a shared journey into the depths of consciousness exploration!
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Rhine Research Center
3710 Shannon Road
PO Box 51669
Durham, NC 27717
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