The ability to move or influence objects with the mind alone — is another captivating concept that straddles the line between fantasy, science fiction, and speculative science. Here's a breakdown of telekinesis content depending on what you're into:
This is the classic "psychic powers" version. People with telekinetic abilities (often called psychokinesis too) can manipulate physical matter, levitate objects, or exert force just by concentrating. It’s often tied to: Psychics or spiritual mediums Poltergeist activity (thought to be subconscious telekinesis) Telekinetic children in folklore and fiction (e.g., Matilda, Carrie) Despite decades of experiments — like the famous PEAR Lab studies — there’s no solid scientific proof that psychic telekinesis exists.
Telekinesis in a scientific sense is currently not possible, but there are adjacent concepts like:
Quantum mind theories (extremely speculative, often disputed)
Brain-machine interfaces (BCIs) allowing humans to control machines or prosthetics using brainwaves — not true telekinesis, but close in function.
Example: A person controlling a drone with their brain via EEG is using tech-augmented “telekinesis.”
Many futuristic or sci-fi worlds include telekinesis as a trained or innate ability:
The Force in Star Wars (classic example)
Jean Grey and Eleven (X-Men, Stranger Things)
Mass Effect’s biotics, where brain implants give telekinetic abilities
Video games: Control, Infamous, Psi-Ops, and Jedi: Survivor feature characters using telekinesis as a core mechanic
