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Rupert Sheldrake

Alfred Rupert Sheldrake is an English author, and researcher in the field of parapsychology, who proposed the concept of morphic resonance, a conjecture which lacks mainstream acceptance and has been characterised as pseudoscience. He worked as a biochemist at Cambridge University from 1967 to 1973 and as principal plant physiologist at the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics in India until 1978.Sheldrake's morphic resonance posits that "memory is inherent in nature" and that "natural systems ... inherit a collective memory from all previous things of their kind." Sheldrake proposes that it is also responsible for "telepathy-type interconnections between organisms." His advocacy of the idea offers idiosyncratic explanations of standard subjects in biology such as development, inheritance, and memory.

Morphic resonance is not accepted by the scientific community and Sheldrake's proposals relating to it have been widely criticised. Critics cite a lack of evidence for morphic resonance and inconsistencies between its tenets and data from genetics, embryology, neuroscience, and biochemistry. They also express concern that popular attention paid to Sheldrake's books and public appearances undermines the public's understanding of science.Other work by Sheldrake encompasses paranormal subjects such as precognition, empirical research into telepathy and the psychic staring effect.

He has been described as a New Age author.

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Some of their strengths

Rupert Sheldrake has many admirable traits.

Based on spiritual traditions from around the world, they are someone who can be described as Intuitive, Practical, Imaginative, Caring, Generous, Passionate, and Dynamic.

Intuitive and Imaginative

According to Mysticism’s Astrology tradition, Rupert Sheldrake is someone who is a highly intuitive, creative and imaginative person who is very loyal, caring and compassionate to others. A person who sees life as a journey not a destination.

Adventurous and Free

Based on Daoism’s Ba-Zi or ‘Chinese Zodiac’ tradition, people who know Rupert Sheldrake well know them as someone who can be talented, wayward and free, like a big river or the ocean.

Courteous and Easygoing

According to Hinduism’s Jyotisha or ‘Vedic Astrology’ tradition, many would also describe Rupert Sheldrake as someone who is polite, modest, and diplomatic.

A person who tends to be socially popular, who loves intellectual or creative activities, who has a talent for communicating with and understanding the needs of others, and who seems to have a knack for getting recognized for their efforts.

Wise and Deep

Based on the Mayan Tzolk’in or ‘Mayan Astrology’ tradition, Rupert Sheldrake is someone who tends to have an internal innate wisdom, and who people tend to see as an "old soul".

They are also someone who is altruistic, tolerant, and sophisticated, and who tends to be a perfectionist who is always working to try and make everything and everyone better.

Traditional and Patient

According to Judaism’s Kabbalah tradition, Rupert Sheldrake tends to be someone who is a patient person that is very emotional, has a very sharp memory, has an ability to understand people, and who tends to be traditional and frugal.

Some of Rupert Sheldrake's challenges

While Rupert Sheldrake has many strengths, nobody is perfect. They also have some challenging traits they need to manage.

For example, Rupert Sheldrake can be Materialistic, Emotional, Standoffish, Suspicious, Stubborn, Complicated, and Brusque.

Emotional and Standoffish

One of Rupert Sheldrake's key challenges is that they are someone who can be emotional and standoffish.

Rupert Sheldrake must also exercise caution as they can have a hard time reconciling wants and needs.

Indecisive and Materialistic

Rupert Sheldrake is someone who can be indecisive, indulgent, and materialistic, who can have difficulty focusing on a single career or profession, have difficulty following orders or respecting authority, and who can suffer from "analysis paralysis".

Sensitive and Money-oriented

Finally, Rupert Sheldrake also can have mood swings, be overly sensititive, and be a bit rigid and materialistic.

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