How Mentalists Read Your Mind The Art Of Cold Reading or Mind Reading | Page 8

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Establish credentials
Psychic: Display certificates and testimonials from previous
clients; have some reference books on hand.
Belief system: If you use a divinatory system (e.g. tarot), refer
to its long history and how well accredited it is.

6.

Establish an intimate atmosphere
Use a slightly lower voice; convey a sense of welcoming calm.
Pay attention to the ambience.

7.

Set the client at ease
“Let me say right from the start that there’s nothing to worry
about. We will focus on positive trends in your life. This is really
about helping you to make the most of what lies ahead. There
may be a lot more good news than you realize! Of course there is
a mix of light and shade in everyone’s life. But we will
concentrate on the sunshine rather than the rain.”

8.

Know and use the client’s name.
The most powerful word in the world is a person’s name.
USE THIS POWER.

9.

Find out what’s on the client’s mind
“Questions?”
“Specific Subjects you want to know more about?
People need contact and social support.
It is very important to
- Authenticate the worth of the individual,
- Pay them attention
- Help them feel special

10.

Plant positive seeds
At all times be aware that the potentials you reveal may well
become self-fulfilling prophecies.

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