Q&A for How to Cold Read

Understand cold reading, then give them false signals. For example, if your father and both grandfathers are still alive, play along with the idea that a "father figure" in your life died of a "heart condition." Then, confirm that your grandfather died when they push you for it. They will probably say something along the lines of "he says don't worry about the money." Then drop the bomb that both your grandfathers and father are still alive.

Everyone can be, and anyone can do it. In fact, we do it all the time without being aware. We instinctively read body language and reactions. Think about when you might be having a conflict with a spouse or loved one. They may have a response such as "I'm fine," but you can tell in their tone, and their rigid body movement, that everything is not fine.

You could spin it around on them and suggest that someone with a doubtful mind will never be open to clairvoyant experiences.

There are various options, some of which are mentioned in the article. 1. Move swiftly on; people tend to remember the hits and forget the misses. 2. Turn it into a prediction: suggest that what you said will become significant or meaningful to them later. 3. Exude confidence: "that's strange, as I feel that very strongly...". Then, like option 1, move swiftly on. 4. Blame the participant. They're not open enough, engaged enough, trying hard enough, or open-minded enough. Or blame the spirit. You're just a messenger for the spirit world and if what's coming through doesn't add up, it's certainly not your fault.