It’s All In Your Mind

Is color just an illusion? Is it something your brain creates to help you understand the world around you better? Some researchers seem to believe that this is the case.  Click on the image below and stare directly at the dot…the meter at the bottom will fill up and the image will change.  You’ll realize things weren’t exactly as …

Healthcare costs are on the rise around the country and the world.  Many people have opinions as to why the cost of healthcare is so high, and have their own theories on how to fix it.  However, most people don’t know that sometimes their own beliefs in superstition can create extra costs and not even …

Here’s another recent survey that LiveScience.com put together in 2011 to graph the paranormal beliefs in America.  Do you believe in any of these?  Very interesting stuff! Source:LiveScience

It seems fitting that with the Olympics being in full swing, I share with you how colors can affect the outcomes of certain Olympic events.  Everyone knows it takes skill, practice and dedication of the athletes to win an Olympic medal.  But, what does the color of their uniform have to do with it? Research …

You’ve probably been asked at some point in your life to think of a playing card by a magician.  You also probably think that you have a fair and free choice, but in reality there are really only four playing cards out of the 52 cards possible that most people think of. Go ahead, think of …

I’ve gotten a few comments about how special some months are, in particular the months that have 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays & 5 Sundays in them.  The myth is that this only happens once every 823 years.  So I guess I wanted to clear this up for you and give you the facts around this myth. Months like this …

Tell your spectator that in a moment you want them to think of one of cards you are going to show them, but also tell them that you are going to try and influence their decision.  In front of your spectator lay down (in this order from their left to their right) the King of …

Hiring corporate entertainers is not always an easy task for those who are not experienced event planners.  Here are some suggested questions to ask when wanting to hire an entertainer for your next corporate event. 1. Do you specialize in entertaining at Corporate Events? You want a specialist; someone that understands the unique demands of …

For many people, hiring corporate party entertainment can be an overwhelming task. The entertainment you select has to be professional and good for your audience. Then again, it is easy to get stuck in the corporate rut of doing “the same old thing” every year. How vital is keeping your current clients and staff for …

Welcome to Messing With Minds, Thoughts of a Mentalist.  I hope you will enjoy your visit and learn a few things you didn’t know before.  Check back often as we plan on keeping you very busy.  Please feel free to leave a comment to any post you feel needs more attention and if you have …