Seeing Is Believing: Expectation & The Langer Eye Test
Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer conducted a simple yet astonishing experiment that changed the way we think about vision, aging, and even healing. In the study, Dr. Langer presented a…
Harvard psychologist Dr. Ellen Langer conducted a simple yet astonishing experiment that changed the way we think about vision, aging, and even healing. In the study, Dr. Langer presented a…
I have had folks tell me, “Only weak-minded people can be hypnotized.” Let’s set the record straight — because this couldn’t be further from the truth. 🔧 The Car Metaphor:…
Every so often, someone will tell me, “I don’t believe in hypnosis,” or even, “Isn’t hypnosis fake?” It’s a fair question—especially if your only exposure to hypnosis has been stage…
In the world of cognitive science, small things can make a big difference. One of the most fascinating examples of this is priming — the process of using specific words,…
Did you know your body might actually listen to your environment? A fascinating study involving people in their 80s showed that mindset and surroundings can influence the body in powerful…