Can Personal Beliefs Be Explored in Scientific Inquiry?

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In summary, personal beliefs can be explored in scientific inquiry, but they must be approached with caution and objectivity. While scientists are trained to be objective and unbiased, personal beliefs can still influence their research and interpretation of data. Therefore, it is important for scientists to acknowledge their own beliefs and potential biases and to strive for objectivity in their studies. Additionally, exploring personal beliefs in scientific inquiry can lead to a better understanding of human behavior and motivations, but it is important to ensure that the research is conducted ethically and with respect for diverse perspectives. Ultimately, incorporating personal beliefs in scientific inquiry can add depth and complexity to research, but it must be done carefully and responsibly.
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I was looking to see what the phenomenon was that I was experiencing...
I do believe in God. I do understand that there is so much more to our lives than we know. I'm looking for the Truth.
 
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Hello and :welcome: !

Please have a look at our guidelines:
https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/physics-forums-global-guidelines.414380/

We do not care about religious believes. This is private, and discussions about it are pointless, which is why we literally ruled them out. Similar is true for any personal observations or experiences. They cannot be fully described or repeated. It is impossible.

This website is committed to mainstream physics (and mathematics, and biology, and chemistry, and and ...) as it is taught at universities. If you have questions, fine, you're welcome. However, we cannot take part in guesswork, personal theories, or experiences.
 
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