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Is eye contact important for mentalism?

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Absolutely, because you want to seem confident and monitor the little things like the other person's pupils. Also remember to use your peripherals. You don't want people to know that you're looking at other things (like hands, feet, etc.) -- if you were checking somebody out, you wouldn't want them to notice.

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How can I start experimenting with planting an idea?

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Casually mention the item you want a person to think about or bring it to their attention somehow, then later, ask them to think of something.

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Can a mentalist know another mentalist's mind?

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Yes, unless the other one is trying to conceal his thoughts or cover his ideas to protect himself against the defeat!

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How can I learn to snap judge people?

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Just go with your guts. When it comes to reading people, the first judgement is always the most reliable.

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What does snap judge mean when being a mentalist?

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A snap judgment refers to what your instant thoughts are about someone you have just met, the thoughts that come unvetted by your conscious and discerning mind. First impressions are often correct in relation to a person's warmth, hesitancy, openness, etc.

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If I am trying to become a mentalist. Is hypnosis or thought planting better for a first act?

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Probably thought planting, as that has more to do with the mentalist category, while hypnosis is an entirely different thing.

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