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Energy (esotericism)

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Spiritual Evidence Map/Last updated May 10, 2026/Claims v1.0.0-provisional/Sources v1.0.0/Scores provisional

Summary

Overview of the esoteric / New-Age use of the term 'energy' (prana, qi, ki, etheric, vital force) and how it differs from the physics term.

Why it matters here

Useful conceptual framing for any 'energy healing' claim — explains why the term doesn't map onto measured forms of energy.

Linked claims

Evidence score 2/10
Reiki

Trials show some benefit from relaxation and attention; the postulated energy has not been demonstrated.

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