Glossary
274 terms
Terms starting with "D"
274 terms
D-Day
A significant military event that occurred on June 6, 1944, during World War II, marking the Allied invasion of Normandy, which has been linked to discussions of secrecy in governmental operations.
D-Notice
A UK system, officially advisory, under which the government asks media not to publish information that could harm national security. Ufologists sometimes suspect it is used to suppress UFO stories.
D. Scott Rogo
American parapsychologist and prolific writer (1950-1990). His two-volume work 'NAD' collected accounts of mysterious music heard during out-of-body and near-death experiences.
D&M Pyramid
A five-sided formation in Cydonia, Mars, named after researchers Vincent DiPietro and Gregory Molenaar. Proponents like Mark Carlotto argue its precise angular geometry indicates artificial constructi...
Dactylomancy (pendulum divination)
Divination using a suspended ring or weight that swings toward letters or yes/no positions. Practitioners believe the answers come from the subconscious or from spirits.
Daimon
In Plato's philosophy, a guiding spirit or inner voice that leads individuals toward their true potential and understanding of the self, often linked with inspirations and personal missions.
Daimon (Neoplatonic)
In ancient Greek and Neoplatonic thought, an intermediary spirit between gods and humans, not necessarily evil like the Christian 'demon.' Kripal suggests the concept explains the UFO phenomenon bette...
Daimonic Realm
A conceptual space proposed by Patrick Harpur, existing between mind and matter, where encounters with different phenomena take on symbolic and transformative meanings.
Dale Graff
A physicist and former director of the DIA's Stargate remote viewing program, known for developing precognitive dreaming techniques in which dreamers perceive future feedback photos.
Dan Burisch
A former researcher who claims to have had telepathic interactions with an extraterrestrial entity called 'J-Rod,' discussing the implications of such communication and alien collaboration.
Dan J
Dan J is an individual from Barstow, California, who reported a frightening encounter with Shadow Beings in early 2011, adding to the narratives surrounding paranormal experiences.
Dandenong saucer sighting
A notable UFO sighting that occurred in Dandenong, Australia in 1954, characterized by reports of a flying saucer.
Dandenong Saucer Sighting (1954)
A 1954 case from Dandenong, Victoria, in which teenage girls reported a silver cylindrical object that seemed to follow them and magnetized their metal belongings. The case is recorded in Royal Austra...
Danites
A secretive Mormon vigilante group of the 19th century, alleged to have carried out violent enforcement for church leaders.
Danny Goler
Founder of the nonprofit Code of Reality, known for claiming that DMT users viewing diffracted laser light see a shared, persistent 'code' that may be evidence of a simulated or engineered reality.
Danny Sheehan
A prominent constitutional lawyer and president of the New Paradigm Institute, known for his advocacy on various issues including government transparency and UFO disclosure.
Dantian
In Chinese energy practices, an energy center located just below the navel and regarded as the body's main reservoir of qi. Vadnais links it to the second chakra.
Daoist deity
Figures in Daoism representing various aspects of nature and life, worshipped for wealth, protection, and guidance. The 'Tiger-tamer Marshal Zhao' is one such deity, symbolizing navigation and safety.
Darcy Weir
Filmmaker and documentarian known for his works focusing on the paranormal and UFO phenomena, including the film 'Dark Alliance'.
Dark Ages Cold Period
A time in European history, roughly between 535 and 660 AD, marked by cooler temperatures, notably affecting agricultural practices and societal structures.
Dark Archetypes
Dark archetypes are the aspects of the collective unconscious that reflect negative traits or destructive influences, often explored for personal transformation and healing.
Dark Government Agencies
Covert organizations within the government believed to engage in secretive operations, including advanced technology and experimentation, often linked to conspiracy theories.
Dark Journalist
Online name of Daniel Liszt, an alternative media host who produces the 'X Series' on secret space programs, breakaway civilization, and occult influence on politics.
Dark Matter
A form of matter that does not emit light, making it invisible and detectable only through its gravitational effects, often theorized to constitute most of the universe's mass.
Dark Mission: The Secret History of NASA
A book co-authored by Mike Bara and Richard C. Hoagland, claiming that NASA covers up evidence of extraterrestrial life and advanced technologies.
Dark Night of the Soul
A spiritual crisis characterized by deep existential questioning and feelings of despair, often leading to significant personal growth and transformation.
Dark Nights of the Soul
Intense periods of spiritual or existential crisis that lead individuals to confront their inner struggles and emerge with deeper self-understanding.
Dark Object
A 2001 book by Chris Styles and Don Ledger that documents the Shag Harbour incident, including claims from anonymous military insiders about a hidden recovery operation.
Dark Prima Materia
In alchemy, it represents the base, chaotic state needed for transformation into higher states of consciousness and spiritual enlightenment.
Dark Shift
A phenomenon described in various spiritual and fringe circles where individuals report sudden episodes of malevolent activity, often tied to emotional or traumatic events.
Dark Skies
A documentary series that explores UFOs and government cover-ups, linking cultural narratives to military and political actions.
DARPA
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, an agency of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for the development of new technologies, often seen as pushing the boundaries of what is scientif...
Daryl Bem
A psychologist recognized for his studies on precognition and the idea that future events can affect an individual's responses to stimuli, challenging conventional understandings of time and cognition...
Data Denial
A theoretical tactic used by entities to avoid detection by sophisticated human technologies, suggesting a deliberate effort to conceal their activities from observers.
Data Manipulation
The practice of altering or presenting data in a misleading way to influence interpretation and conclusions.
David Adair
A speaker and filmmaker known for his claims about having encountered alien technology during his time working with the U.S. military, focusing on advanced propulsion systems.
David and Jennifer Elkington
Husband and wife academic duo who discovered the lead codices and have worked to authenticate and promote their historical significance.
David Fasold
A former Merchant Marine officer and marine salvage expert known for his investigations and the 1988 book 'The Ark of Noah' which claimed the Durupınar formation held remnants of Noah's Ark.
David Fravor
Navy pilot and commander of the Black Aces squadron who reported a close encounter with a Tic Tac-shaped UFO in 2004, contributing significantly to the UFO narrative.
David Grusch
A former intelligence official who has made significant claims about government secrets regarding UFOs, advocating for greater transparency in the disclosure movement.
David Grush
A whistleblower and former intelligence official who raised concerns about U.S. government's handling of UAP information, known for his classified complaint to Congress.
David Huggins
Alien experiencer and painter, subject of the documentary 'Love and Saucers,' who says he lost his virginity to a tall female entity named Crescent and was shown hybrid children.
David Icke
A British conspiracy theorist and author known for his views on a global elite and hidden societies, active since the 1990s.
David Lewis-Williams
A South African archaeologist known for the neuropsychological theory that Paleolithic cave art records shamanic trance visions, and for proposing a universal three-tiered cosmos.
David Marler
An author and UFO researcher known for his extensive collection and documentation of UFO sightings and phenomena.
David Paulides
A former police officer and author known for his research on unexplained disappearances, particularly in national parks, and for raising awareness about the Missing 411 phenomenon.
David Rankine
A British author, esoteric researcher, and practicing magician known for translating and editing historical grimoire manuscripts. His works include Claves Intelligentiarum, Claves Spirituum, and The C...
David Stevens Abduction (1975)
Alleged October 1975 abduction of Maine teenager David Stevens near Oxford, Maine. Under hypnosis he recalled being examined by gray aliens aboard a craft.
David Weatherly
An author and researcher specializing in unexplained phenomena, including ghosts and cryptids. He has authored multiple books and conducts international investigations into the paranormal.
Davis-Wilson Notes
Leaked document said to record a 2002 meeting between physicist Eric Davis and Admiral Thomas Wilson, in which Wilson allegedly described being denied access to a contractor-run reverse-engineering pr...
DB Cooper
An unidentified man who hijacked a commercial airplane in 1971, extorted a ransom, and then parachuted out of the plane, disappearing without a trace, with numerous theories and investigations ongoing...
DEA
The Drug Enforcement Administration, a United States federal agency responsible for enforcing controlled substance laws and regulations; involved in legal challenges against the use of Ayahuasca for r...
Dead Internet Theory
A conspiracy theory claiming that much of online activity is now produced by bots and AI rather than real people, often to manipulate public opinion.
Dead Letter
A recurring Astonishing Legends segment in which the hosts or listeners share personal accounts of strange or paranormal experiences, sent in to the show's 'Dead Letter Office' email address.
Dead Letter Office
A segment and spin-off series of the Astonishing Legends podcast that features listener-submitted true stories of paranormal and strange personal experiences.
Dead Man’s Switch
A mechanism that activates under specific conditions, often used to release secret information or ensure actions are taken in the event of the operator’s death or incapacitation.
Dead Mountain
A book by Donnie Eichar examining the mysterious Dyatlov Pass incident, exploring themes of environmental factors and unexplained phenomena surrounding the event.
Dead Sea Scrolls hoax theory
The claim that the Qumran scrolls, found from 1947 onward, were forged or had their ink added in modern times. Supporters say this served the interests of the new state of Israel, the church and acade...
Deagel population projections
Controversial forecasts made by the defense website Deagel.com, suggesting a significant decrease in global population, particularly in Western nations, often speculated to be tied to theoretical soci...
Deagle Forecast
A controversial 2025 population projection published by the website Deagel.com that predicted dramatic population drops in Western countries. Conspiracy circles widely cite it as evidence of a planned...
Dean Radin
A leading researcher in parapsychology, recognized for his studies on consciousness and psychic phenomena; he has authored several influential books on these subjects.
Dear David
An online horror story shared on Twitter that became viral, detailing a user's experiences with a ghostly entity named David, contributing to discussions on urban legends and folklore.
Death Doula
A non-medical companion who supports dying people and their families through a 'conscious passing,' often framing death as a ceremony or celebration.
Death Mountain
A term referring to a rumored covert Russian military facility speculated to house advanced technology or secret experiments.
Deathbed Coincidences
Reports of a dying person appearing to or contacting a distant loved one around the moment of death. In Fenwick's study, most occurred within half an hour of death.
deathbed confession
A statement made by an individual on their deathbed, often revealing significant secrets or truths, such as encounters with non-human entities in this context.
Deathbed confessions
Testimonies provided by individuals on their deathbeds, often revealing significant yet undisclosed information, including claims related to the Roswell incident.
Deathbed Experience
Phenomena reported by dying individuals that may include visions or encounters with deceased loved ones, often described as comforting moments prior to death.
Deathbed visions
Accounts of people who claim to see deceased relatives or other apparitions before they pass away, suggesting a connection between the living and the dead.
Deathbed Visitation
Reports of dying people, or those sitting with them, perceiving deceased loved ones or mist-like figures arriving to escort the dying person.
Debra Lynn Katz
Author and psychic development expert known for her works on clairvoyance and remote viewing, she has actively engaged in this field for over a decade.
Debra Lynne Katz
An author and clairvoyant, Katz founded the International School of Clairvoyance and has trained students in remote viewing for over two decades.
Debunkers
Individuals or organizations that seek to disprove or discredit claims, particularly regarding UFOs and paranormal phenomena, often emphasizing scientific skepticism.
Decalogue Stone
A stone found in 1860 near Newark, Ohio, carved with a version of the Ten Commandments in a Hebrew-like script and housed in a stone box. Mainstream scholars largely regard it as a hoax.
Decans
Thirty-six star groups the ancient Egyptians used to mark time, each covering 10 degrees of the zodiac. Each was later linked to a governing spirit or deity.
Decapitated Outlaws
Refers to historical figures, often criminals or outlaws from the Wild West era, whose stories have become legend due to their gruesome deaths. These tales frequently involve themes of vengeance or ha...
Decentralized UFO Research
A method of investigating UFOs that is not controlled by a single organization or authority, allowing for a wider range of input and exploration from independent researchers.
Deceptive Anomalous Process (DAP)
Kevin Kan's label for the roughly 95% of UFO reports explained by misidentification, camera artifacts, hoaxes, government narrative management, or commercial exploitation.
Deceptive Dialectics
A method of argumentation where misleading premises or tactics are used to manipulate the interpretation of information or events in political discourse.
Dechmont Law Incident
A 1979 event in Livingston, Scotland, in which forestry worker Robert Taylor said a domed object released two spiked spheres that grabbed him by the trousers and tried to drag him toward it. Police in...
Declassification
The process of removing the classification of sensitive information to make it available for public access, particularly in relation to government documents about UFOs.
Declassified documents
Official military records that have been made public, often revealing previously hidden information about government operations and incidents, such as the Battle of Los Angeles.
Decline Effect
The pattern in parapsychology research where high early psychic hit rates tend to drop over repeated trials or time.
Deep Earth Scanning
A modern technology used to explore underground structures and features through satellite imagery and other scanning methods, allowing for the detection of previously hidden archaeological sites.
Deep Prasad
A quantum computing entrepreneur and UAP experiencer known for his work in AI and space technology, focusing on the intersection of advanced physics and extraterrestrial intelligence.
Deep State
A term describing a clandestine network of power operating within the government, often said to manipulate political outcomes and suppress information.
Deep underground facility
A secretive location often alleged to house alien technology or evidence related to UFOs, typically inaccessible to the public or mainstream scrutiny.
Deep Underground Military Bases (DUMBs)
Secret military facilities built underground, alleged to be involved in advanced research and operations, including experiments related to UFO technology and other clandestine activities.
Deer Man
A cryptid reported in various regions, described as a humanoid figure with deer-like features, often associated with eerie sightings and strange occurrences in wooded areas.
Default Mode Network
A network of brain regions activated during rest and introspection but deactivated during focused tasks, hypothesized to be linked to ego and self-referential thoughts.
Defense Against the Dark
A book by Emily Carlin that focuses on strategies and techniques to protect oneself from negative energies, predatory spirits, and dark magic.
Defense Contractors
Private companies that provide products or services to military or intelligence agencies, often involved in classified projects.
Defense Department report on UAP
A classified document detailing findings and insights related to UAP, released to inform the public and military about encounters and phenomena observed.
Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
A United States government agency responsible for providing intelligence on foreign military capabilities and activities, known for its involvement in research concerning UFO phenomena.
Deglocke
A hypothetical German technology during WWII rumored to be capable of anti-gravity and time manipulation.
Déjà Vu
A phenomenon where an individual feels that a current experience has been experienced before, often leading to suggestions about the nature of time or past lives.
Delgado's Mind Control Bulls
Refers to Dr. José Delgado's controversial experiments in the 1960s where he used electrical stimulation to control the behavior of bulls, raising ethical concerns about mind control and its implicati...
Delphos Ring
A 1971 case in Delphos, Kansas, in which a family reported a glowing, mushroom-shaped UFO hovering near their farm. It reportedly left behind a ring of soil that resisted water and caused numbness whe...
Delta blues
A regional music genre from the Mississippi Delta that often features themes of hardship, mysticism, and spiritual depth, historically linked to various occult traditions and legends.
Demiurge
In Gnostic belief, the Demiurge is a creator deity responsible for the material world, often depicted as flawed or malevolent, representing an obstacle to true spiritual knowledge.
Demiurge (Yaldabaoth)
The flawed creator god of Gnostic texts, born from the aeon Sophia, who fashioned the material world and rules it with the Archons.
Demiurgic Technology
A concept originating from Gnostic beliefs, referring to the manipulation of reality by a false creator or 'Demiurge' that controls human experience and perception.
Demon
A supernatural being often depicted as malevolent, originating from various religious and mythological traditions. In folklore, demons are thought to possess the capability of influencing or harming h...
Demon Alchemy
A belief that alchemical practices can tap into demonic powers, allowing practitioners to manipulate spiritual forces for personal or technological gain, often linked to esoteric traditions.
Demon Face Syndrome
The popular name for prosopometamorphopsia, a rare neurological condition that distorts how a person sees faces, often into demonic or reptilian shapes. The hosts suggest its recent publicity is meant...
Demon House
A documentary by Zak Bagans chronicling purported paranormal occurrences and demonic encounters at a house in Indiana, which gained notoriety for its claims.
Demon Recordings
Audio clips claimed to capture the sounds of demons, often met with skepticism regarding their authenticity.
Demonic Entities
Supernatural beings often associated with evil or malevolence in various religious and occult traditions, believed to tempt or harm humans, potentially linked to phenomena like encounters with the Bla...
Demonic Hypothesis
The view, popular in Christian circles, that UFOs and alien entities are fallen angels or demons deceiving humanity.
Demonic Oppression
The belief that individuals can be influenced or tormented by malevolent spiritual entities, leading to distress, fears, or manifestations reported in various religious contexts.
Dendera Zodiac
A carved star map from the ceiling of the Hathor temple at Dendera. Alternative researchers interpret it and related reliefs as encoding advanced astronomical knowledge or sky travel.
Denisovans
An extinct species of hominins closely related to Neanderthals, known from remains discovered in Siberia, who lived approximately 50,000 to 30,000 years ago.
Dennis Asberg
A Swedish treasure hunter and co-founder of Ocean X, known for his explorations of underwater anomalies and has recovered historical artifacts including 1600s cognac shipments and Tsarist submarines.
Denver Airport Conspiracy
A collection of conspiracy theories alleging that Denver International Airport is the headquarters of a secret underground base for the Illuminati and other shadowy organizations, supported by its unu...
Department of Defense (DoD)
The United States government department responsible for coordinating and supervising national security and military policies, including investigations into UAPs.
Department of Energy (DOE)
U.S. government department responsible for nuclear energy and waste management, where Mowatt-Larssen claims to have learned important secrets.
Department of Energy Secrets
Refers to clandestine information and activities related to the management of nuclear energy and security by the U.S. Department of Energy.
Department of War
The historical name for the U.S. government department that was responsible for military affairs, which later became part of the Department of Defense in 1947.
Depopulation Agenda
A controversial theory suggesting that certain groups or governments are actively working to reduce the human population through various means, often cited in discussions surrounding health policies,...
Derinkuyu
An ancient multi-level underground city in Turkey that could shelter thousands of people, its purpose and the extent of its use remain a subject of intrigue and speculation.
Dero
A term coined by Richard Sharpe Shaver to describe an ancient race of subterranean beings believed to possess advanced technology and to engage in sinister activities that affect surface dwellers.
Deros
Malevolent subterranean beings, popularized by Richard Shaver's stories in the 1940s, said to use ancient machines to cause accidents, disease, war, and abductions on the surface world.
Derveni Papyrus
An ancient Greek text, dated around the 4th century BCE, which offers insights into early philosophical thought and interpretations of mythology.
Descent to Soul
The core experience of soul initiation in Plotkin's model: a downward psychospiritual journey into the depths of the psyche. It unfolds in five phases: preparation, dissolution, soul encounter, metamo...
Destigmatization
The process of reducing stigma associated with a particular group or condition, discussed in the context of autism and the potential for recognizing telepathic abilities.
Deucalion / Utnapishtim Flood Traditions
The Greek and Mesopotamian (Epic of Gilgamesh) accounts of a great deluge. Cunningham cites them as eyewitness records of a 7-to-9-day global ocean inundation.
Devanagari (House of the Devas)
The script used to write Sanskrit, whose name is often interpreted as 'city of the gods.' Airica describes Sanskrit letters as vibrations that directly address higher divine energies.
Devil's Den
A state park located in the Ozark National Forest, known for its eerie folklore and reported paranormal activity.
Devolution of Stonework
The claim that the oldest, lowest layers at ancient sites show the finest craftsmanship while later layers are cruder, suggesting builders inherited rather than developed advanced techniques.
Devouring Mother
A psychological archetype representing overprotective maternal figures, often seen as stifling independence and spiritual growth, and invoked in discussions of societal impacts on individual developme...
DIA
The Defense Intelligence Agency, a US government agency responsible for providing critical information on defense-related issues, which conducted investigations on UFOs under AAWSAP.
Diamond soul
A metaphor introduced by Bache to describe an advanced state of spiritual awareness and connection, suggesting a future human capacity for deep empathy and wisdom.
Diamonds and Power Structures
The social and economic dynamics that surround diamond mining and trade, particularly how they are used to exert control and influence globally.
Diana Pasulka
A religious studies scholar who explores the intersection of religion, science, and UFO phenomena; she is known for her work on how belief systems are affected by such experiences.
Diana Walsh Pasulka
An author and professor known for her work on the intersection of religion, science, and the UFO phenomenon, particularly through her book 'American Cosmic'.
Dianetics
A self-help book authored by L. Ron Hubbard in the 1950s, which outlines the principles of Scientology and proposes a method for improving mental health and spiritual well-being.
Die Fratzen
Literally translated as 'the Faces', this term refers to a phenomenon of experiencing demonic or sinister faces, often linked to psychological distress or spiritual crises.
Die Glocke (The Bell)
An alleged secret Nazi device said to run on exotic or zero-point energy. Claims hold it was developed near Prague by 1944 as a saucer propulsion system.
Digital Avatar Theory
A conspiracy theory that data centers store real-time digital twins of individuals, built from online data and possibly mind-reading, which are used to predict and manipulate human behavior.
Digital demon
A colloquial term suggesting that modern technology has negative influences on human thoughts and spirituality, potentially acting as a hindrance to deeper understanding.
Digital Dharma
A concept explored in Deepak Chopra's book that discusses how artificial intelligence can enhance spiritual intelligence and personal well-being.
Digital predators
Individuals who exploit, manipulate, or harm others through digital mediums, often associated with predatory behaviors in online spaces.
Dinosaur Sighting
An alleged encounter with a creature resembling a dinosaur in a lake, raising questions about survival of ancient species.
Dion Fortune
British occultist (1890-1946), a member of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn and founder of the Society of the Inner Light. Ryan claims her death was caused by occult forces.
DIRD
Defense Intelligence Reference Document. AAWSAP commissioned 38 of these papers projecting technologies out to about 2050, including hypersonics, warp drives, and biological effects of exposure to ano...
DIRDs
Department of Intelligence Research Documents, which pertain to classified research on UAP and their implications, often connected to programs like AAWSAP.
Direct Radio Voices
A form of ITC in which purported spirit voices are heard live through a radio's speaker, allowing real-time conversation, rather than appearing only on playback.
Direct Voice
A seance phenomenon in which spirit voices seem to speak independently of the medium's vocal cords. British medium Leslie Flint was famously tested with his mouth taped and microphones on his throat t...
Direct/Independent Voice
A seance phenomenon in which spirit voices are said to speak from empty space, separate from the medium's own vocal cords, allowing sitters to hold conversations with them.
Directed Panspermia
A hypothesis proposed by Francis Crick and Leslie Orgel in 1973 that life on Earth may have been deliberately sent here by an advanced extraterrestrial civilization.
Discarnate
A research term for a deceased person's consciousness that a medium claims to contact during a reading.
Disclosure
The ongoing movement advocating for transparency from governments regarding knowledge of UFOs and potential extraterrestrial contact.
Disclosure community
A group of researchers, enthusiasts, and advocates focused on revealing and understanding government secrets related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life.
Disclosure Day
Disclosure Day is a term often associated with events or announcements aimed at revealing classified information about UFOs and UAPs to the public, often highlighted by media figures and filmmakers li...
Disclosure Fatigue
The exhaustion and skepticism felt by the public regarding government transparency about UFOs, fueled by years of inconsistent information and lack of concrete evidence.
Disclosure Foundation
An organization that focuses on advancing UAP disclosure through legal support, policy advocacy, and public education, founded in response to increasing UAP sightings and government interest.
disclosure movement
A grassroots effort calling for governments to release information about UFOs and UAPs to the public, aimed at increasing transparency regarding the existence and potential implications of these pheno...
Disclosure narratives
Theories and claims about government secrecy around UFOs and extraterrestrial encounters, including movements pushing for transparency and public acknowledgment.
Disclosures
The process of revealing secret information, particularly related to government knowledge about UFOs and their implications for society and human understanding.
Discordianism
A modern, satirical religion centered around the worship of Eris, the Greek goddess of chaos, which challenges traditional beliefs and encourages a playful, anarchic approach to spirituality.
Disembodied Consciousness
The idea that consciousness can exist independently of the physical body, often explored in contexts such as near-death experiences and remote viewing.
disembodied voices
Sounds or voices that are perceived without a physical source, often associated with paranormal activity in ghost stories.
Disinformation
False information deliberately spread to mislead or manipulate people, particularly relevant in the context of the UFO community and government communication about extraterrestrial encounters.
Disinformation program
A coordinated effort to spread false or misleading information, often purportedly by governments to manage public perception and control narratives surrounding sensitive topics such as UFOs.
Disobsession
Kardec's term for a treatment in which a medium contacts an obsessing spirit so a therapist can talk with it and persuade it to leave the patient. Today it is sometimes called spirit release therapy.
Displacement
In ARV, when a viewer accurately describes the wrong photo, the one tied to the outcome that did not happen, which leads to an incorrect prediction.
Dissociative Identity Disorder
A mental health condition characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states, often linked to severe trauma.
Distant Healing
A form of healing that intends to affect a person’s health from a distance, involving techniques such as visualization and meditation, purportedly drawing on the interconnectedness of mind and body.
Distressing (Hellish) NDE
A frightening near-death experience reported by roughly 8-10% of experiencers, ranging from hellish imagery to an endless dark void. Nancy Evans Bush pioneered research on these experiences.
Divaldo Franco
Prominent Brazilian Spiritist medium and speaker who reportedly wrote about 200 psychographed books, many attributed to his spirit guide Joanna de Ângelis.
Divide and Conquer
A conspiracy framing claiming that hidden power players deliberately inflame cultural conflicts, such as gender or political divides, to keep the public fractured and easier to control.
Divination
The practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown, often through various rituals and tools such as pendulums, tarot cards, or other forms of symbolic interpretation.
Divinatory Tool
An item or practice used to gain insight or knowledge about the future or the self, often involving interpretations of symbols or patterns. Examples include tarot cards and other fortune-telling metho...
Divine Blueprint
An esoteric concept suggesting that certain patterns in nature and human existence are part of a divine plan or design encoded in the structure of reality.
Divine Comedy
An epic poem by Dante Alighieri that describes his journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, filled with allegorical meanings and spiritual themes.
Divine Feminine
A spiritual concept that represents the feminine aspect of divinity, traditionally associated with nurturing, wisdom, and compassion, often overshadowed by patriarchal narratives in history.
Divine Human Blueprint
A theoretical concept suggesting that humans have a fundamental energetic template aligned with higher spiritual truths and purposes that can be restored through conscious practices.
Divine Name
Refers to the Biblical Tetragrammaton, a sacred name of God that is believed to have transformative and healing properties when vocalized.
Divinity
A term often used in spiritual discussions referring to the inherent divine nature within humans that can be fortified or empowered against external manipulations.
Division of Perceptual Studies (DOPS)
A research division at the University of Virginia founded in 1967 that investigates various aspects of consciousness, including reincarnation and near-death experiences.
Djinn
Supernatural beings from pre-Islamic Arabian and Islamic tradition, said to be made of 'smokeless fire' and to coexist with humans unseen. Some fringe researchers link them to fallen angels, the Nephi...
DMT
A powerful hallucinogenic compound found in certain plants that is believed to induce profound altered states of consciousness, often discussed in relation to experiences of other dimensions or realms...
DMT (Dimethyltryptamine)
A powerful psychedelic compound found in certain plants and animals, known for inducing profound altered states of consciousness and experiences that some claim access to other realms or dimensions.
DMT Entity Contact
Reports from people using the psychedelic DMT of meeting intelligent beings in other dimensions. Some researchers, including those running extended-dose DMT studies like Rick Strassman's circle, explo...
DMT Laser Experiment
Goler's procedure of smoking DMT while looking at a laser diffraction pattern projected on a surface. Participants claim to see stable, alphabet-like characters that resist the shifting quality of nor...
DMTX
A project focused on systematic research into the effects of DMT, aiming to explore the nature of experiences associated with the substance and its impact on consciousness.
Docetism
An early Christian belief, held by Marcion, that Jesus only seemed to have a physical body and did not truly suffer on the cross.
Doctrine of Discovery
A legal principle rooted in 15th-century papal bulls that let Christian nations claim lands held by non-Christians. Osmon argues it gives authorities a motive to suppress evidence of pre-Columbian Chr...
Doctrine of Signatures
An esoteric belief that the appearance of plants or natural substances indicates their medical properties, suggesting a correspondence between nature and human ailments.
DoD (Department of Defense)
The United States government department responsible for coordinating and supervising all agencies and functions of the government related directly to national security and the armed forces.
Dodecahedron
A polyhedron with twelve flat faces that is often associated with mystical and philosophical concepts in Sacred Geometry, representing the universe or higher order in esoteric traditions.
Dodleston Messages
A series of anomalous communications from a device that reportedly allow messages to be sent between individuals in different time periods, supposed to involve time slips.
DOE Roswell Hazing Ritual
A practice described by former DOE intelligence chief Rolf Mowatt-Larssen in which new senior appointees received a staged briefing that aliens had been recovered at Roswell, complete with fake corpse...
Dog Whistle (psionics)
Technology described by whistleblower Jake Barber that allegedly emits frequencies, together with psionic assets, to summon UAP craft.
Dogman
A legendary creature from Michigan folklore described as a werewolf-like being, reported as a cryptid since the 1800s.
Dogmen
Cryptozoological creatures reported to resemble werewolves, often associated with sightings in North America, believed to exhibit both canine and humanoid features.
Dolmen
A Neolithic stone structure, usually several upright stones topped by a capstone. Silva argues most were once the inner chambers of earthen mounds and worked as energy 'condensers' for healing, not as...
Dolores Cannon
American hypnotherapist (1931-2014) who developed the Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique and wrote books about past lives, extraterrestrials, and humanity's ascension.
Don Menzel
An American astronomer who was a prominent skeptic of UFO phenomena and known for his attempts to debunk UFO sightings and reports.
Donald H. Menzel
A Harvard astronomer active in the mid-20th century, known for promoting skepticism about UFOs and serving as a naval intelligence officer during World War II.
Donald Hoffman
Cognitive scientist who argues that consciousness, not matter, is the foundation of reality. His 'conscious agents' theory claims physical spacetime is an interface our species evolved to survive, not...
Donald Menzel
An astronomer and skeptic of UFOs, known for his work in the 1950s and 1960s, who some believe may have participated in counterintelligence relating to UFO reports.
Doomsday Base
A location believed to be equipped for survival during catastrophic events, often associated with elitism and secrecy.
Doppelganger
A non-biologically related look-alike or double of a living person, often considered a harbinger of bad luck or a supernatural presence.
Doppelgänger
A non-biologically related look-alike or double of a living person, often considered a harbinger of bad luck or a supernatural entity.
DOPSR
The Defense Office of Prepublication and Security Review, which screens books by former officials for classified information. Clearance means a book reveals no secrets, not that the government endorse...
Doris Bither
An individual famed for experiencing severe paranormal phenomena in her home during the late 1970s, which became known as The Entity case.
Dositheus
A Samaritan sect leader linked to baptist circles. The Pseudo-Clementines portray him as Simon Magus's rival for the title 'the Standing One' after John the Baptist's death.
Double Slit Experiment
A fundamental experiment in quantum mechanics demonstrating the wave-particle duality of light and matter, where particles create an interference pattern when not observed, but behave as particles whe...
Double-Blind Protocol
An experimental setup in remote viewing where neither the viewer nor the people interacting with them know the target. It is designed to rule out cueing, cheating, and fraud.
Double-Slit Experiment
An experiment that demonstrates light and matter can display characteristics of both classically defined waves and particles, illustrating the fundamental principles of quantum theory. It questions ho...
Doug & Dave
Two individuals who claimed responsibility for creating many crop circles in the UK during the late 1970s, asserting that many crop circles were hoaxes, which sparked debate about authenticity.
DOW website
The Defense Online Web (DOW) site is a platform where the U.S. government has begun releasing documents and videos related to unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), intended to enhance public accessibil...
Dowsing
A practice where individuals use a tool, often a forked stick or pendulum, to locate underground water, minerals, or hidden energies by interpreting movements.
Dowsing (Water Witching)
An ancient practice of locating underground water with forked sticks or rods, also called water divining. Scientific tests have not shown it works, though the guest claims most wells are still sited t...
Dr. Andrija Puharich
An American physician and parapsychologist known for his work on psychic phenomena and his involvement in the U.S. government's Project Stargate, which aimed at harnessing psychic abilities for milita...
Dr. Beatriz Rael
An academic researcher known for her work on UFOs and unmanned aerial phenomena, particularly regarding historical astronomical photographs.
Dr. Beatriz Villaroel
A researcher who studies transient astronomical objects and their potential connections to UFO phenomena.
Dr. Beatriz Villarreol
A researcher known for her studies on extraterrestrial life that have recently gained validation, possibly challenging existing scientific paradigms.
Dr. Beatriz Villarroel
A researcher known for her work on historical anomalies related to UAPs, participating in discussions on the international perspective of UAP tracking.
Dr. Chandra Wickramasinghe
An astronomer and astrobiologist known for advocating the theory of panspermia, which proposes that life can be distributed throughout the universe via comets and meteorites.
Dr. Colm Kelleher
A scientist and co-manager of AAWSAP, known for his work in compiling the comprehensive UFO database and exploring advanced technologies.
Dr. Dan Proctor
A biological anthropologist who critiques claims about mummified alien remains as evidence of extraterrestrial beings.
Dr. Diana Walsh Pasulka
A scholar in religious studies known for her works on the intersection of belief systems and UFO phenomena, particularly in her books 'American Cosmic' and 'Encounters'.
Dr. Eben Alexander
A neurosurgeon who had a near-death experience while in a coma due to a severe brain infection, later becoming an advocate for the exploration of consciousness and spirituality.
Dr. Garry Nolan
A scientist and renowned researcher at Stanford University, known for his work in the field of microbiology and for analyzing materials potentially linked to UFO phenomena.
Dr. Gary Nolan
A researcher and prominent figure in the study of UAPs, involved in developing investigative frameworks for data collection in UAP research.
Dr. Gee
An unidentified scientist related to the Aztec UFO incident, mentioned in association with the investigatory activities surrounding the crash.
Dr. Herbert Hopkins
A notable researcher involved in UFO phenomena who reported a visit from the Man in Black which led to terrifying experiences, suggesting government interest in his research.
Dr. Ian Stevenson
A psychiatrist known for his research on reincarnation, particularly his studies of children who claim to remember past lives, active primarily from the 1960s until his death in 2007.
Dr. Iya Whiteley
A researcher and speaker known for her work on UFOs and extraterrestrial contact, often sharing insights at various UFO-related events.
Dr. J. Allen Hynek
An American astronomer and UFO researcher best known for his work with Project Blue Book, where he initially served to debunk UFO sightings but later became a leading figure advocating for their scien...
Dr. Jacques Vallée
A computer scientist and UFO researcher known for his alternative theories on the UFO phenomenon, suggesting that these encounters may not involve extraterrestrial visitation but rather a broader, mor...
Dr. James Lacatski
Intelligence analyst and director of AAWSAP known for his work on UFO phenomena and author of 'Future Visions,' based on findings from the program.
Dr. James Matlock
An American parapsychologist and anthropologist who studies reincarnation and past-life memory cases. He investigated Carraud's case and encouraged him to write his book.
Dr. Jeffrey Kripal
A professor of religious studies at Rice University known for his research on the intersections of religion, consciousness, and the unexplained, notably through his work 'Archives of the Impossible'.
Dr. John Mack
A Pulitzer Prize-winning psychiatrist and professor at Harvard University known for his research on alien abductions and for writing the book 'Abduction: Human Encounters with Aliens' published in 199...
Dr. Jonathan Reed
A controversial figure in UFO history known for his claims of an alien encounter in 1996, which includes bizarre details such as transformations and alleged threats to his life.
Dr. Lang
A deceased British eye surgeon said to have worked as a spirit guide through medium George Chapman. The pair reportedly carried out psychic healings for decades in the mid-20th century.
Dr. Lynne Kitei
Physician and author known for documenting the 1997 Phoenix Lights mass UFO sighting. She later created children's materials, including a coloring book, to introduce kids to the topic of alien contact...
Dr. Phil
A television personality known for his talk show, who is discussed in relation to influencing public perception on topics of Disclosure.
Dr. Pim van Lommel
A Dutch cardiologist known for his groundbreaking research on near-death experiences, particularly his study published in 2001 which examines consciousness and cognition during cardiac arrest.
Dr. Raymond Moody
A psychologist and author known for his groundbreaking work on near-death experiences, particularly his 1975 book 'Life After Life' which introduced the term 'near-death experience' to the public.
Dr. Roger Leir
A podiatric surgeon known for his controversial work involving the surgical removal of suspected alien implants from individuals claiming contact with extraterrestrials.
Dr. Swejen Salter
An entity reported in Luxembourg ITC contacts who claimed to be a physicist from a planet called Varid and acted as a technician at the Zeitstrom station.
Dr. Zach Bush
Physician board-certified in internal medicine, endocrinology and hospice care who challenges germ theory and chemical agriculture. He founded Farmer's Footprint, created the ION supplement, and close...
Draconid Meteor Shower
A meteor shower that peaks in early October, associated with the comet 21P/Giacobini-Zinner, noted for producing variable but sometimes intense meteor activity.
Draconids
A meteor shower associated with the comet Giacobini-Zinner, often studied for its historical significance and the believed correlation with ancient prophetic events.
Dream Incubation
A practice where individuals seek to induce specific dreams or insights through rituals or techniques, often found in ancient cultures such as those in Egypt and Greece.
Dream Telepathy
The claimed ability to send thoughts or messages to another person through their dreams. Pfeiffer says a Tuvan shaman used it to wake him.
Dreamwork
A therapeutic practice involving understanding and interpreting dreams to uncover emotions and life patterns, often used for personal healing and growth.
Dresden Codex
One of the few surviving Maya books, containing detailed Venus tables. Some alternative researchers claim its precision suggests the Maya used telescope-like technology.
Drogue Stones (Anchor Stones)
Large pierced stones found near the Turkish village of Kazan that Ark researchers claim were dragged behind the Ark to keep it stable in rough water. Skeptics consider them tombstones or other standin...
Dromenon
Greek for 'a thing done' or ritual path, associated with the Eleusinian Mysteries. It was also the name of Houston's labyrinth-based program, inspired by the Chartres Cathedral labyrinth and the writi...
drone impunity
A concept suggesting that certain advanced military or classified drone technologies operate under a guise of non-detectability, allowing them to perform missions in public airspace without oversight...
Drone incursions
Unauthorized drone flights over restricted airspace, particularly regarding military operations, raising questions about security and surveillance related to UAP.
Drone Overflight
The use of drone technology to capture aerial imagery or video footage, which provides new perspectives and enhances the study of geographical formations.
Dropping In
A phrase used by Pastor Siobhan Gartrell for a distinct moment of fully surrendering control to God during prayer. In the study, participants pressed a button to mark these moments for brain measureme...
Druids
Ancient Celtic priests known for their roles in religion and education within the Celtic tribes, often associated with rituals and connections to nature and the cosmos.
Drumlin
A drumlin is a streamlined hill formed by glacial action, typically made of till, which indicates the direction of ice flow during past glaciation events.
Drumlins
Elongated hills formed by glacial movements, which indicate the direction of ice flow; they often suggest patterns of past glacial activity.
Drummer of Tedworth
A 1662-63 poltergeist case in Tidworth, Wiltshire, England. Magistrate John Mompesson's home was plagued by drumming and other disturbances after he confiscated the drum of vagrant musician William Dr...
Duat
The Egyptian underworld, which the soul travels through after death to be judged and transformed toward an immortal state.
Duende
Mythical beings from Latin American folklore known for their mischievous behavior, often associated with nature and the supernatural. They are said to grant favors or play tricks on humans.
Duffy's Cut
A stretch of railroad near Malvern, Pennsylvania, where 57 Irish immigrant workers died in 1832, officially of cholera, though excavated remains suggest some were murdered; the site has long been tied...
Dulce Base
An alleged secret underground facility near Dulce, New Mexico, rumored to host human-alien genetic experiments and hybrid creatures.
Dumuzid
A Mesopotamian god associated with shepherding, agriculture, and kingship, often depicted as a figure of fertility and resurrection.
Durupinar Site
A boat-shaped landform about 515 feet long near Mount Ararat in eastern Turkey, first photographed from the air in 1959. Some Christian researchers claim it is the remains of Noah's Ark, while geologi...
Durupınar formation
A boat-shaped geological formation near Mount Ararat in eastern Turkey, often speculated to be the resting place of Noah's Ark.
Dustin Slaughter
FOIA expert known for his investigative work on UFO cases, particularly in relation to documents from the Department of Defense.
Dwapara Yuga
The third of the four Hindu world ages. Some modern interpreters, following Sri Yukteswar's revised timeline, believe humanity is now entering it, bringing renewed awareness and knowledge.
Dweller on the Threshold
A Theosophical and occult concept for the accumulated negative patterns, thought forms, and past-life forces that resist a seeker's spiritual progress. Popularized by Bulwer-Lytton's novel Zanoni, it...
Dwight D. Eisenhower
The 34th President of the United States, who served from 1953 to 1961, and has been the subject of claims regarding alleged meetings with extraterrestrials during his presidency.
Dylan Borland
A prominent whistleblower in the UFO community, who has made claims regarding insider knowledge about UAPs and government secrecy.