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What is a Mentalist?
A mentalist is an individual with the ability to identify and manipulate one or more of the parapsychological elements of the human psyche. I have focused my efforts in the areas of ESP (Extra Sensory Perception), Mindreading, Psychokinesis and Suggestion.
Is a Mentalist psychic?
The term "psychic" has been a bit overused and abused in today's media. It conjures up everything from carnival fortune tellers to the infamous "Psychic Hot Line." I think it is fair to say that everyone has the potential to exercise some level of extrasensory or non-physical power. Much like a sense that can be sharpened to compensate for the loss of another sense or the way human memory can be expanded and sharpened, one's psychic potential is always an unknown until it is revealed and explored. The ability to focus on that potential and to expand its boundaries is at the heart of a psychic's extrasensory power.
Can you "read my mind?"
I have yet to see anyone outside of Hollywood who is truly able to read someone else's mind. Having said that, I believe - and demonstrate to an audience's delight - that it is quite possible to detect individual thoughts or thought processes, to explore them in context with other indicators or clues (verbal, non-verbal, historical, etc.), and influence what a person will think. This is called suggestion or "Power of Suggestion."
Can an individual prevent you from reading specific thoughts?
The human mind is an amazing thing. Just as there are widely varied levels of intellectual capability, people vary greatly in the degree to which they open themselves up verbally or non-verbally, consciously - or unconsciously. We always hear about how certain people are more susceptible to the power of suggestion. Others are reluctant to open themselves up to the concept of psychic energy and paranormal phenomena. The truth is, without someone who is willing to meet me halfway on stage, the mind retains its secrets like an iron box.
Do you ever use illusion in your show?
I am an entertainer. I love mystery and creating mystery. I always try to give the impression what I do is extraordinary. That involves using illusion in the same way as theatrical productions, movies and television. The goal of my performance is to create an environment that includes humor, awe, and wonder.
Are you ever wrong?
Over the years my record has increased greatly. I estimate that I am over 90% right in my present concerts.
Do you ever teach any of your skills?
As an entertainer, I have been a technical adviser for David Copperfield, David Blaine, Mr. Maric of Japan, Paul Daniels of England and many more. As a mentalist I have given lectures for law enforcement agencies, arson investigators, insurance investigators and a number of related industries.
What do you wish to accomplish?
My goal is to leave an audience feeling totally entertained and mystified with a realization we all have an incredible capacity to accomplish whatever human endeavor we desire.
     


   
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