Selflevitation

Selflevitation refers to the hypothetical or observed phenomenon of an object or organism levitating by its own internal forces or abilities, without the assistance of external means such as magnetism, aerodynamics, or conventional propulsion. The concept often appears in speculative fiction and discussions of parapsychology, where it is sometimes linked to consciousness or psychic energy.

In scientific contexts, selflevitation as a biological or physical process is not recognized. Natural phenomena that appear to defy gravity, such as certain types of optical illusions or atmospheric effects, are typically explained by known physical laws. The idea of an individual actively causing their own body to rise against gravity through sheer willpower or an unknown internal mechanism remains firmly in the realm of the extraordinary and unproven.

While there are anecdotal reports and claims of selflevitation throughout history, these are generally attributed to misinterpretation, hoaxes, or psychological factors rather than genuine physical levitation. Scientific investigation into such claims has consistently failed to produce reproducible evidence supporting the existence of selflevitation as a demonstrable phenomenon. Therefore, the term is primarily associated with speculative or pseudoscientific discourse.