#7B MAGIC 

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I believe some people are so in tune with Reality or the universe--and the universe so sympathetic to them--that they are able to exercise power and control over it that defies explanation using either common sense or scientific conceptual framework.  Beyond creation of illusion, I'd say the magic's origin varies.  It may come from special knowledge, use of means such as incantations, amulets, ritual, etc, possession of paranormal gifts, ability to alter consciousness, communication with spirits, etc.  While some may link the latter to religious worship, generally magic is more focused.  The applied spirituality of shamans, who attempt to heal by restoring a person’s balance with nature, provides one example.  

Alternate Concise Characterization with Wikipedia Entries:

values causal reasoning known as magical thinking

appreciates occult practices

accepts reality of some parapsychology type phenomena (ESP, etc.)

values applied spirituality: Shamanism

summary Wikipedia article: Magic -- Paranormal

Numerical Characterization with TFJD code: 1233

Numerical Characterization with Emotional Volatility VI index: 324