Whenever you see anyone performing "mentalism" or apparent mind reading, you are seeing a magician who knows how to do tricks that seem to involve powers of the mind. Magicians who perform "mentalism" ethically as entertainer make it clear that they are doing it just for fun. Remember to ask yourself a couple of questions: (1) Am I jumping to the conclusion that something is paranormal just because I don't know how it's done? After all, the person who is doing it obviously knows the trick, It just happens that you are not so informed! (2) If this person has such apparently wonderful powers, what are they doing on TV or on the stage? Why aren't they making a fortune in gambling or business, or why aren't they serving the government? If they are working as an entertainer, then that's what they are! "
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