Since the early 2000s, paranormal content has exploded in popular culture. It seems we can't get enough of ghosts (and hunting for them). What could be behind this enthusiasm for spooky things. Here, I share a theory...that the paranormal is a clever way for us to be religious...without being religious. This is a BONUS VIDEO and is not a paranormal case. It shares a theory on the paranormal, so skip it if you're not interested in the information below...
Including: - What is the state of belief today?
- Why does the paranormal appeal so much?
- How does the paranormal help us with our fears?
- How has paranormal belief been influenced by religion (demons, cryptozoology etc)?
- Why is there such a strong sense of community in the paranormal world?