Psychology is pretty important. Statistically likely responses is how LLMs work. Also how the "cold reading" technique of psychics work. Going to take a shot that said professor is now convinced of its accuracy. softwarecrisis.dev/letters/llme...
The cold reading technique.
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Jul 2019 – Apr 2025Where it's discussed
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X / Twitter38 posts
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Throughout the discussions, users reveal a strong interest in how the cold reading technique operates, often citing examples like comedians demonstrating psychology, psychics exploiting biases, and social tactics used in dating or entertainment. The tone varies from skeptical dismissals to intrigued analysis, emphasizing the technique's psychological roots and its widespread presence in popular culture, which reinforces its significance and influence.
Most discussions acknowledge that the cold reading technique is real and used in various contexts, including psychology, entertainment, and scams, showing a general consensus of its validity.
The majority of posts demonstrate enthusiasm and curiosity about the technique's psychological basis and practical implications, indicating high interest.
Posts often delve into how the technique is applied, referencing examples like comedians, psychics, and social interactions, showing moderate to deep engagement.
Discussions explore the influence of cold reading on perceptions of psychics and media, and its role in scam efforts, suggesting that it has a noteworthy impact on understanding psychological manipulation.
Abstract in brief
- Cold reading is a technique used in face-to-face encounters, where performers make educated guesses about a person's background or problems, creating an illusion of paranormal insight.
- The success of cold reading relies heavily on the Barnum effect, where people accept vague personality descriptions as personally meaningful.
- The text suggests future research should explore whether cold readers truly believe they have psychic abilities or are consciously aware of using these techniques to simulate such powers.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyA fortune teller’s ability to “read your future” might seem magical - but their powers are more psychological than supernatural. https://t.co/0exC2ixK7C https://t.co/WxN9BODlVE
#ぷろEnglish ◆#今日のリスニング :2020/09/18 How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases - YouTube https://t.co/czhu5GYRTR
@LoveIsland Dami using pick up artist tactics he learned from reading the game. He has used the cold reading technique on a few girls now to build an "emotional connection" by telling them what they're thinking. It's very effective if done right. Dami seems to have utilised it well.
How Psychics (and popular personality quizzes like the Enneagram) Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/yKptumGDYJ
@thatwimpydeer All mediums are scam artists. It doesn't matter if a person knows their history or not. Mediums aren't talking to the dead. They use the cold reading technique cause it has the greatest potential to give them a hit. Especially in a big group.
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Psychology Behind Psychic Reading and Cognitive Biases Exploitation
Psychic powers often seem magical but rely more on psychology than supernatural abilities. This video explores how cold reading and cognitive biases enable psychics to convince and influence clients.
Understanding the Cold Reading Technique in Psychology
This video explores the cold reading technique, a psychological method used to create vague truths that seem accurate. Based on research by Denis Dutton, it explains how this technique influences perceptions and the…
Understanding the Barnum Effect and its Impact on Gullibility
The video explores how individuals seek personal validation and can be easily manipulated or convinced of false information, demonstrating the importance of skepticism and critical thinking to prevent deception.
Y después le preguntan: "How much of the cold reading technique is in your previous answer?" https://t.co/ufR3FnmK2X
Hahahaha yes the cold reading technique. There was an Aussie comedian I went and saw once who was great at showing how it’s done. Simple psychology really.
Not quite sure how much I approve of the cold reading technique that's developing in Only Connect, of starting with a vague answer and adding more based on Victoria's reaction.
Psychology is pretty important. Statistically likely responses is how LLMs work. Also how the "cold reading" technique of psychics work. Going to take a shot that said professor is now convinced of its accuracy. softwarecrisis.dev/letters/llme...
Yeah it's like the cold reading technique "psychics" use. Be vague and hope that something sticks. Forget about it if it amounts to nothing. https://t.co/g1jhJeeqPM
@RonFilipkowski Bullshit. It is a form of the "Cold Reading" technique.
@jonathanstea @CaulfieldTim @EdzardErnst @ThinkingPowers @RyanMarino I used to enjoy the creativity of tarot card reading. I soon realized that I was using the cold reading technique intuitively, without knowing what it was. In addition to data from validated tests, one part of psychological assessment is comprised of cold reading observations.
@thatwimpydeer All mediums are scam artists. It doesn't matter if a person knows their history or not. Mediums aren't talking to the dead. They use the cold reading technique cause it has the greatest potential to give them a hit. Especially in a big group.
My current bout of insomnia is making me experience the future. The future of you perhaps watching this video that I sort of forgot I wrote, for a while
@LoveIsland Dami using pick up artist tactics he learned from reading the game. He has used the cold reading technique on a few girls now to build an "emotional connection" by telling them what they're thinking. It's very effective if done right. Dami seems to have utilised it well.
@patriotmimzy @nypost If this guy was simply a coffin-maker and not a "medium," a field that has been almost universally discredited as using the 'cold reading' technique (when tested under controlled conditions) to deceive clients, i'd not have such a harsh take.
@8hGw6i0d0ubplDI @pokaaaahh https://t.co/4IsNgWdYzg
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/zy27DmEqjP via @YouTube
@deaerti @Salahulldeen @BerlinDodger @zarakayk It's the 'cold reading' technique again. Give a 'prophetic' statement so vague that anyone reading with the 'eyes of faith' will use their cognitive bias to apply it to reality. The Evangelicals do the same with The Book of Revelation
How #Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/vPAVtQyau0 via @YouTube #psychology
@werewolf2814 Welp you got me there. I don’t really believe in those people any way, they just exploit our cognitive biases. https://t.co/T3j70eNQ1o
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@felon_fred @katy_kin Our biases play a pretty big role in the way that we interpret things. Here's a breakdown: https://t.co/T8j1ZYUc26
RT @LMedenwaldt: How Psychics (and popular personality quizzes like the Enneagram) Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/yKptumGDYJ
Here's my latest SciShow Psych episode. Enjoy and share!
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/DkeykDeonr
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/qOcdt1Ka5M via @YouTube
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/ptBcYWK3Rs
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How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/Unu5T3gEsT via @YouTube
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/4txgHvLEFc via @YouTube
RT @LMedenwaldt: How Psychics (and popular personality quizzes like the Enneagram) Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/yKptumGDYJ
#ぷろEnglish ◆#今日のリスニング :2020/09/18 How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases - YouTube https://t.co/czhu5GYRTR
Yep, I'm biased and have selective memory... sigh... How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/LTvI0xh2Td
How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/H8LYYXdysX via @YouTube @SciShow In case anyone is bored. Lol.
|・ω・`)フムフム Barnum Effects "How Psychics Exploit Our Cognitive Biases" on YouTube - https://t.co/OXkhYrZ8ms
How Psychics (and popular personality quizzes like the Enneagram) Exploit Our Cognitive Biases https://t.co/yKptumGDYJ
https://t.co/0uTTJ08w9n Psychics are crap
RT @SciShow: A fortune teller’s ability to “read your future” might seem magical - but their powers are more psychological than supernatura…
RT @SciShow: A fortune teller’s ability to “read your future” might seem magical - but their powers are more psychological than supernatura…
A fortune teller’s ability to “read your future” might seem magical - but their powers are more psychological than supernatural. https://t.co/0exC2ixK7C https://t.co/WxN9BODlVE
The Cold Reading Technique....... https://t.co/Gjk1MdUPw8
RT @littlethompkins: When the Uber tries using the cold reading technique to guess that one of you had someone die and that they died from…
When the Uber tries using the cold reading technique to guess that one of you had someone die and that they died from cancer @urbleedingmagic
@K3yle @aawayne @MrsMogul Know what? That an anonymous X-box player on an anime message board successfully used the cold reading technique to convince thousands of boomers to buy Q t-shirts?
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