Reply #6: It wouldn't convince the hardcore believers, though [View All]

[moggie]

I've probably mentioned this before, but I once attended a live show in which a professional illusionist demonstrated and explained a number of "psychic" techniques, including cold reading. Pretty impressive (I knew about cold reading, but nothing prepares you for witnessing it performed by an expert). Most of the audience accepted his explanations, but there were a vocal few who insisted that he must have paranormal powers, and to claim otherwise he must be either deluded or dishonest! It's not easy to give up a cherished fantasy.