Has a paranormal or UFO encounter changed your life? If so, how?

Many paranormal experiences of all kinds have directly had an impact on the way I see the world and has helped me keep an open mind. Before I had my first UFO encounter I was more ignorant than I am now. I laughed at the idea of such things and thought paranormal hobbyists were a joke. Now I have a completely open mind and have experienced much more than somebody with "the blinders" could ever hope to, for this I am very thankful. I also find myself not being as judgmental as I used to be. It did scare me at first but it has also helped to prepare my mind for anything that may come. I think everyone should try it