Cold reading is a technique used to convince another person that the reader knows much more about a subject than they actually do. Even without prior knowledge of a person, a practiced cold reader can still quickly obtain a great deal of information about the subject by carefully analyzing the person's body language, clothing or fashion, hairstyle, gender, sexual orientation, religion, race or ethnicity, level of education, manner of speech, place of origin, etc. This technique is also called profiling. Cold readers commonly employ high probability guesses about the subject, quickly picking up on signals from their subjects as to whether their guesses are in the right direction or not, and then emphasizing and reinforcing any chance connections the subjects acknowledge while quickly moving on from missed guesses.
Basic Procedure
Before starting the actual reading, the reader will typically try to elicit cooperation from his subject, saying something like, "I often see images that are a bit unclear and which may sometimes mean more to you than to me; if you help, we can together uncover new things about you." One of the most crucial elements of a convincing cold reading is a credulous subject eager to make connections or reinterpret vague statements in any way that will help the reader appear to have made specific predictions or intuitions.
After assuring that the subject will play along, the reader will make a number of probing statements or questions, typically using variations of the methods noted below. The subject will then reveal further information with their replies (whether verbal or non-verbal) and the cold reader can continue from there, pursuing promising lines of inquiry and very quickly abandoning or avoiding unproductive ones. In general, while only some of the information comes from the reader, most of the facts and statements come from the subject, and are then refined and restated by the reader so as to reinforce the idea that the reader got something correct.
Even very subtle cues such as changes in facial expression or body language can indicate if a particular line of questioning is effective or not. Combining the techniques of cold reading with information obtained covertly (also called "hot reading") can leave a strong, but false, impression that the reader knows or has access to a great deal of information about the subject. Because the majority of time during a reading is spent dwelling on the "hits" the reader is able to obtain, while the time spent recognizing "misses" is minimized, the effect is to give an impression that the cold reader knows far more about the subject than any ordinary stranger could.
2007-02-20 20:37:14
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answered by eldad9 6
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There is immense powers and capabilities within each and everyone of us. If only we would make an effort to discover it.
Haven't you wondered while watching an ordinary human being pulling a boeing airbus with just his mouth ( or was it hair )?. Haven't you been baffled by the abilities of humans who transcend the need for food and water and survive on nothing but thin air.
The force that created and sustains the universe also exists within us. By tapping into this force, a lot of miracles can be performed by one.
However be careful when consulting people with such abilities. Some may be more interested in raking in all that you have. Only go to such places if truly necessary.
2007-02-21 04:39:37
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answered by Rakesh 2
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Yeah, my uncle John and my mom. Both were right on with my ex husband and both kept warning me. Now that I've gotten out of that situation, i am a lot happier and feel better in life than ever before. I am now engaged to a very good man who I've known for 10 years and am on top of the world. I would trust those instinct. In Islam, there are sayings about people like this, and that this is considered a gift for those who have it. I've also had some interesting experiences, so I don't doubt you for a moment.
2007-02-21 04:36:15
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answered by ♥The Original Muslimah Rocks!!♥ 2
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yes there are people who can do this , despite what the skeptics say
i will say though that they can only guide you in your future , that really is up to you and the choices you make
so if she was accurate about things then you know she was for real .... but dont hang on to predictions as fact as our life can change at any moment
2007-02-21 04:50:45
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answered by Peace 7
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No!
Don't believe in such people coz they are very highly trained con artists and good observers of people ,that's it; even you could become one with proper training.
Trust God and only God.
Don't waste your time,energy and money on such people coz they know that a fool is born every second to aid and flourish their business.
hope you make right choices.
GOD BLESS.
2007-02-21 05:25:21
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answered by Anonymous
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well, i had a similar experience..this guy read my palm and sum things which i had not shared with anyone. I have no clue how he did it. I wont say i believe in palmistry, but a lot of wot he said was uncanny and did come true in life...coincidence maybe?
2007-02-21 06:11:35
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answered by danny's mom 3
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There are 2 kinds of people who can tell about you and ur future. one with the help of God and another with the help of evil spirits.
If you want to get close to God, pray to Him to lead you, even for ur marraige.
I know that God is willing to listen and answer anyone who comes to Him with a truthful heart and wants to change their life into beauty.
Whatever Jesus said that's written in bible is true, God is there. Many may influence your life, but God's influence only will be for your good.
2007-02-21 05:04:48
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answered by Brinda 3
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Trust in your inner spirit Guide to guide you, all your answers are within yourself. Our future would always change, as we grow through experiences. Take one day at a time.
2007-02-21 05:07:19
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answered by inteleyes 7
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The Bible tells us precisely what should be done with people like that :
A man or a woman who acts as a medium or fortuneteller shall be put to death by stoning; they have no one but themselves to blame for their death. (Leviticus 20:27 NAB)
2007-02-21 04:43:54
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answered by Anonymous
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Nope.
2007-02-21 04:36:04
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answered by XX 6
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