Before we start today's episode, I have a quick announcement.

We are actively seeking new stories for the podcast.

So if you have a story you've considered sending in,

or if your friend or family member does,

now is a good time to do so.

I say this at the end of every episode,

but right now I'm gonna say it at the very start.

If you or somebody you know has experienced

something paranormal, supernatural, or unexplained,

you could email us your story at storiesatotherworldpod.com.

Welcome to otherworld, I'm your host Jack Wagner.

The story comes from a woman named Ali,

who emailed me about a series of things

that have happened in her life,

which seem to be connected.

And look, there's a lot of people

who notice patterns in their life

that maybe aren't really there.

But Ali is not that type of person.

I would describe Ali as very clinical.

She originally went to school for neuroscience,

and you could tell when you listen to her reflect

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