Selgeltnägijate

Selgeltnägijate refers to individuals who claim to possess the ability of clairvoyance or extrasensory perception (ESP). These abilities are often described as the capacity to perceive information not obtainable through the normal senses, such as seeing future events, sensing hidden objects, or communicating with spirits. The term itself is derived from Estonian and translates roughly to "clairvoyant" or "one who sees clearly."

Practices associated with selgeltnägijate vary widely, encompassing fortune-telling, psychic readings, spiritual healing, and mediumship. Methods employed can include tarot cards, astrology, palmistry, dowsing, or simply relying on intuition and perceived psychic impressions. Belief in selgeltnägijate and their abilities is present in many cultures and has a long history, often intertwined with folklore and spiritual traditions.

Skepticism towards claims of clairvoyance is also prevalent. Scientific investigations into ESP have generally yielded no conclusive evidence to support its existence under controlled conditions. Critics often attribute perceived psychic phenomena to psychological factors such as cold reading, confirmation bias, subjective validation, and the Barnum effect, where vague statements are interpreted as specifically accurate by the recipient. Despite the lack of scientific consensus, selgeltnägijate continue to be consulted by many seeking guidance, insight, or answers to personal questions. The phenomenon remains a subject of interest in parapsychology and popular culture.