These include purported out-of-body and near-death experiences, anomalous events or perceptions, and even profound spiritual awakenings. Depending on an individual’s culture, belief system, or worldview, these experiences may be interpreted as mythical, psychological, pathological, or even deeply spiritual. “Previous research has often failed to differentiate the experience and how people make sense of such diverse and challenging experiences,” Fischer explained. Among the findings, 20% of participants reported that their nonordinary experience had a negative impact, while 25% said it caused suffering or discomfort. While some participants attributed their experiences to random chance, most reported having at least some degree of perceived control over the experience.