In the book, The Field, it describes research from all over the world that human can interact with and affect various things. From machines, to biological organisms, thoughts and other humans, there are many studies that prove a human can have an influence on other things without direct contact or physical manipulation, through their thoughts. Analysis showed that the success rate was around 37% which may not sound high until you factor in the expected result of 5% from chance. (Pg, 133,
The Field)
It is also interesting to note a few other points in the book. People that needed to be influenced by someone else such as in the case of calming them down or focusing their attention, were more receptive and open to the influence of others. In many ways, the channel for this might have been more open in people who were having difficult moments, than they would otherwise. I believe it is built into us biologically as humans to need one another and for humans to help and lift one another up.
