The study of, and purported technologies for interacting with, the "astral plane"—a hypothesized non-physical dimension of existence accessible through consciousness. This includes mapping astral topography, understanding the physics of thought-form projection, and categorizing non-corporeal entities. It's the most literal interpretation of "inner space exploration," treating out-of-body experiences and lucid dreams as fieldwork. The methodology is inherently subjective and anecdotal, making it the ultimate frontier science where the primary instrument is the explorer's own mind.
Example: "She published a field guide in Astral Sciences: 'Common Cognitive Parasites of the Lower Emotional Stratum and How to Shield Against Them.' Critics called it fantasy; practitioners called it the most important safety manual ever written for interdimensional backpacking."
by Abzugal January 30, 2026
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