How can we be sure this is reality?

[Brian37]

Scientific method ALWAYS

Starts out with prior data that has been established.

Then that data is plugged into an established formula

THEN you test it with control groups

Then you hand your data and formula over to independent sources to be confirmed or denied.

You don't assume the outcome.

You can project an outcome, but you don't assume. It still requires testing and peer review.

So merely making a claim means nothing. I have no reason to take any claim as credible scientifically until it has been acted upon by testing.

Assuming is closed minded. Testing is being open minded. That way either way, if your data is good or bad, you get to learn from it. Assuming is how con artists and quacks con other people.