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UFO Potpourri No 381
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Title: UFO POTPOURRI Issue: 381 Date: 25/894 (likely a misprint or internal code, context suggests 1994) Cover Headline: STARING: A NEW HYPOTHESIS
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Title: UFO POTPOURRI
Issue: 381
Date: 25/894 (likely a misprint or internal code, context suggests 1994)
Cover Headline: STARING: A NEW HYPOTHESIS
This issue of UFO POTPOURRI delves into the phenomenon of alien 'staring' as reported by abductees, drawing heavily on the research of Dr. David M. Jacobs and his book 'Secret Life'. The publication hypothesizes a connection between this intense alien gaze and advanced virtual reality display technology.
The Staring Process in Abductions
The article begins by detailing Dr. Jacobs' findings on how abductors stare deeply into the eyes of abductees. This is presented as a multi-faceted technique used for communication, examination, and the alteration of the abductee's mental and emotional state. During the initial moments of an abduction, before transport to a UFO, aliens are reported to stare intently. This act can also serve to calm an excited or frightened abductee and alleviate pain.
Mindscan
A significant aspect of this staring is termed 'Mindscan'. Described on page 97, Mindscan involves a deep, penetrating stare directly into the abductee's eyes. During this procedure, the abductee lies down while the 'Taller Being' stands very close, bending over them. This can induce feelings of extreme fright and threat.
Overwhelming Connection
On page 98, the text elaborates on how abductees are overwhelmed by the staring. The Taller Being's large, black, pupil-less eyes are described as spellbinding and riveting. Abductees find themselves unable to look away, feeling as though they are 'falling into' the eyes and achieving a connection. The alien may even command the abductee to 'look at me!' to ensure this contact. Abductees report a loss of will, feeling absorbed and unable to resist, with their minds seemingly gone while their eyes remain open.
Bonding and Emotion
Page 99 discusses how the staring process, particularly during Mindscan, can elicit specific emotions in the abductee, ranging from fear and terror to intense pleasure. This emotional manipulation is believed to 'bond' the abductee to the alien, fostering a perception of the Taller Being as a 'good' individual. This bonding experience is described as potentially overwhelming.
Hypothesis: Virtual Reality and Alien Technology
The article then introduces a hypothesis connecting the abductee experience to virtual reality. It notes that if abductees were wearing a virtual reality headset, their experiences could be interpreted as a simulated reality.
The Analogy to Virtual Reality
Dr. Jacobs is quoted describing an experience analogous to virtual reality: an alien being only inches from his face, locking his gaze, and projecting images, such as 'Monique... with no clothes on.' This is presented as a direct parallel to how virtual reality devices can create immersive, simulated experiences.
The author points out the sophistication of modern man-made virtual reality and its use in training. Recognizing that some abductees seem to be experiencing something akin to virtual reality, the article questions the visual display technology used by abductors, noting the absence of conventional devices.
Virtual Retinal Display (VRD)
As a potential answer, the article references federal research reported in 'Photonics Spectra' (August 1994). It highlights work at the University of Washington's Human Interface Technology Laboratory on a new approach to visual display: Virtual Retinal Display (VRD). This technology aims to project laser imagery directly onto the human retina, abandoning projection surfaces and LCD screens. A VRD device, potentially the size of sunglasses, could project images spanning 120 degrees of the eye's field of view using microscanners and laser diodes. This method could create true 3-D images by providing each eye with a different image.
Alien Eyes as VRDs?
The article concludes by posing a series of questions: Is this VRD technology already in use by abductors? Do their huge, dark eyes function as VRDs? Is this how they project images into the abductee's head? The author suggests these are important considerations for understanding alien technology.
Recurring Themes and Editorial Stance
The primary theme of this issue is the detailed examination of the 'staring' phenomenon in alien abductions, linking it to psychological manipulation and bonding. A secondary, but equally significant, theme is the exploration of advanced alien technology, specifically hypothesizing that alien eyes may function as sophisticated display systems akin to Virtual Retinal Displays. The editorial stance appears to be one of open inquiry, presenting research and posing speculative questions about the nature of alien encounters and their technological capabilities. The article encourages further consideration of these possibilities.