Just Learning Mentalism

Psychology student at University of Memphis!

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“The Krusty Krab, home of the Krabby Patty. With a ‘Help Wanted’ sign in the window!”

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*In French accent* 20 years later.

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I just want to check in to make sure you guys are doing all of the work you should be doing. I find that most people who struggle with anxiety can helped when you have less on your plate (or don’t have something hanging over your head). Not that this is the cause of all anxiety, but it is a big one. 

I would say, if you can get that work done (school, chores, hobbies, resolutions, appointments, etc.), do it. Trust me when I say you will feel better. 

But do remember to always take the advice of your doctor first before you listen to some twat on the Internet. 

[mothbiteclub]

Instagram moodboard part 2 / @shadowsonthewall

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Can I just say that I love the aesthetic you use in your pictures. I mean really, it always leaves me amazed. I really would like to see this method used in some sort of film some day. Preferably some sort of psychological thriller, as I feel it would work best in that mood, but that's just me. 

[lolmemez]

Let’s do it 

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So the other day, when I was driving home form work, there was an advertisement on the radio about mattresses. It was one of those ads where the user is talking to the object like it is a real person. 

Anyway, the lady in the ad was telling her old mattress that she was intact cheating on him with the purple mattress from the other store! Then this bitch had the audacity to tell him that it, “wasn't his fault. I mean, how could you ever expect to compare to the purple mattress. It actually fulfills all of my needs.”

What???

I remember a time when a relationship used to mean something in this country! Sure you have your ups and downs, but that’s why you are in the relationship. So the two of you can work together to work it out! Not sot you can run to the hottest available mattress with an incredible discount Debra! 

Honestly, old mattress, she doesn't deserve you.

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Failing to Succeed

“What do you first do when you are learning to swim? You make mistakes, do you not? And then what happens? You make other mistakes, and when you have made all the mistakes you possibly can without drowning - and some of them many times over - what do you find? That you can swim? Well - life is just the same as learning to swim! Do not be afraid of making mistakes, for there is no other way of learning how to live. 

- Alfred Adler 

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Training, Nofap, & Glass

So I am going to greatly focus on The Ellipsis Manuel style training. Just focus highly on body language and psychological reading for this year. Of course I will continue other things that I train in, but I feel that there is a fundamental aspect that I have gotten weak in. Here is to working hard this year in all things. 

Also, I have been doing the Nofap challenge, (no porn as well), and it has been going great. I feel much better and can think clearly, and get more work done. Helps me just feel less of a fog over myself. If anyone else has these types of problems I would recommend it. 

Another thing! I just saw Glass. I know there will be people who find reasons to hate this movie. But as of right now, I love it! They even mention mentalism in it! They have won this heart. Just hope M. Night keeps it up with these good films. 

[snorlaxatives]

happy annoy squidward day

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Actually, Annoy Squidward Day is January 15th. Although the calendar doesn’t have the month written on it, if you continue to watch the episode, they’re competing for January’s Employee of the Month.

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I’ve been waiting all year to reblog this

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Today is the day!!!

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The New Year... Hmm.

So, it is a new year. 2018 is finally behind us, and 2019 is probably going to be just as bad. At least, that is what I keep hearing online. Now, since I don’t find this very true, I wanted to talk about it.

Last year wasn't that bad. Do you guys even remember most of last year??? Sure shit happened, I mean, January had us all seeing a dead body. What was to kick off the year. However, as it all progressed, I seemed to forget all of those things and the year felt as if it was simply comprised of the last semester (which did kind of suck). But as I thought back, once all of these new year posts started coming in, I began to see the truth. I had a whole other semester, and a summer where plenty of good things happened. I completed my first semester and began and completed five months of rigorous mental training. I started my part time job in June, and was able to join an online training group as well. During this time, I was able to work on my fiction writing, which has been such a pleasure and take a four month journey into martial arts which I will be continuing. I was also able to discover more if what I would like to do with my future, and where all of my family and friends fit into that. Also, recently working on building my relationship with my current friends, instead of isolating myself as I was doing during this last semester. 

So, while there are a lot of things that I have left out since they are too personal, I recommend just taking some time and actually thinking about the year and what really happened. Rather than someone telling you how bad it was. 

And this goes into the lie of the new year. While it is true the turn of the clock doesn't change who you are and it is the actions along with the time, I suggest that you still plan on changing yourself with something this year. But this is where the problem comes in. The lack of understanding how long the year really is. 2018 was a long year, but I kept viewing it in three sections and in the current moment. Instead make December the end goal instead of just losing 15 pounds, or learning to play piano. Understand how long the journey will be, and what you need to do to get there. Every day doesn't have to be three hours of work (personally I know how much that can run you down, unless you are a professional). Just go for something each day, and don’t beat yourself up if you miss a day. Also, give yourself a reward every milestone. 

My self, I will do the bet I can, and try my hardest to listen to my own advice. I finally completed one year of consistent training, I will attempt my second. Hopefully I will see you all at the end of this year, and that you will have changed the thing that you want to change. 

Never be afraid of the hard work that goes into something. While working can feel bad in the moment, it isn't something that you remember when you have the reward. 

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Update on Writing

So, over this past semester... or something in that time range, I have been doing a lot of creative writing. (I made a post about my history with this hobby some time ago, so I won't be repeating it here) Anyway, I have been working on that story idea that I had, and simply been sitting down and writing without trying too hard to make it perfect or follow notes. I just wrote. 

The plan was to just write it in 4-5 short stories. Sort of a small event that one would read about. I only just finished the first one yesterday. This is due to school over the last two months, but still. 

So, I feel good about where the plot is (The genre is horror), however I am a little bit afraid of re reading it and cringing at all of its problems. I just felt like getting that off my chest. (I’ll read it today, and see what I’ve got)

Anyway, I know I haven't posted in a while, but I’m still here. Still working hard and still training. 

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It is with a heavy heart that I announce Stephen Hillenburg, the creator of Spongebob, has passed away at 57 years old. For those of you that don’t know, he was diagnosed with ALS in March 2017. This man is one of the only reasons I had happiness in my childhood. So many smiles he has made for people across the world. Stephen spent the last years of his life returning to the show and worked on the second and third movie as well. He spent the last years of his life making us laugh and smile. I can’t thank him enough for all the things he’s done for the fans. I’m absolutely heartbroken. All the friendships we’ve made through this blog was all because of this man. I truly hope he didn’t suffer through his death. Rest in Peace Mr. Stephen, you will forever be missed.

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So recently, I have been on brake (just got back to campus). Over this time, I have really been thinking on a few things that have been presented to me. 

1. Lack of interest in most things. 

Honestly, I can't seem to bring myself to truly bother with being interested in people or their problems unless there is something in it for me. (not talking about a reward in the realm of treasure) What I mean is, I prefer to have a solid reason to be involved in the realm of, mind games, or fear for my own self. If someone has trouble with a friend, or needs help with something, if there is a battle of the minds in some way, better believe I will be involved. If not, then I will be losing interest fast. This can be good some times, like if someone if worried if a friend is having problems (like possible drug issues, relationship problems, and the sort.) However, I do find glee in the fact of someone else trying to outthink me in the realm of the real world. (this is hard to explain, but something in me finds true joy that someone else is willing to play a game with me. Rather than the ordinary things like talking about life, they are after something, and I have to see if I can outwit them. This can happen with anyone from a friend, manager, family, etc. This is why, even if I don't like them too much, I do prefer knowing narcissist on some level. They have the ability to plan and manipulate in the realm that I hate and love.) In the end, if someone does outsmart me (with doesn't happen too often) I love it, and am rarely mad a them. If anything, I am happy. This does make some people ask questions, but I don’t care too much. 

2. Another thing I do see, is the problem that people get offended when you are correct. 

Such as, catching them in a lie, showing true intentions, figuring out feelings, and the like. Something about that denial, or dismissal tends to make me irritated. Kind of like when a friend does the “tap on the opposite shoulder to make you look the wrong way” prank. However, you see them tap you on the shoulder but they still act like they didn't do it. Kind of makes them look dumb, but they think they are outsmarting you somehow. Just, thought I would say that. So, if someone calls you out on a lie, or something of the sort, don’t think another lie will make you look better (unless you have a damn good alibi).

3. Joy in correctness.

It is something that we all like, even if we don’t really care (such as a test). However, when I get a good spot on read, profile, or something along those lines, I feel as though I am going to burst. Like, I get a burst of joy and dopamine (or something), then I feel like I just need to run around and scream. Not fully sure why I would get off like that, but the urge is getting stronger each time. Open to all of your thoughts on this. 

4. Watched “Death Note”.

So my friends have told me to watch this show for some time. I am not much of a fan of anime. As an American boy, I did grow up with DBZ, One Piece, and a couple of others, but quickly lost interest in them. I don’t know. It kind of reminds me os sonic the hedgehog. It is something that you like and think is cool growing up, but at a certain point, you just don’t. However, I found a free version of Death Note on Youtube, and was on brake, soooooooo yeah. I sat down all day and binged the  two seasons like a recluse. It was freaking awesome. I am so glad I make the choice to watch it. I do prefer a cat and mouse story rather than action, so it really appealed to me. I even liked the L replacement Near (which I learned most fans hated. Not fully sure why). To be honest, I would recommend this as my new favorite show, next to bates motel, and Sponegebob (a man of culture, I know). 

Anyway, those are my thoughts as of late. I know I haven't been posting much, but as school has been coming to an end, I feel like I just needed to focus on that.   

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Instagram Hold, and 30 Days of Reads

So, due to this months... “challenge”, I have decided to make one for myself. It involves taking away my most used social media. I have decided to delete my Instagram app from my phone for the next 30 days. I have found that when I am not scrolling through the app every time I get bored, I actually tend to focus on important tasks. Amazing, I know! 

To add to this, I have decided to challenge myself by doing a reading of one person per day, which is something I already do (with at least 30 people a day). Here is the catch, I have to sit down with them and go over everything I have just “deduced”, and have them confirm or deny it. 

So far I have had two days of this, and it has been good. The first person I only did a personality read with. They said that it was accurate, however it was rather something of a cold read. The second person I just read their base personality trait, and their hobbies along with where they shop for their clothes. Honestly, asking people is I can sit with them and have them help with this has been terrifying. I am usually able to ask about my findings through regular conversations. But after I ask the person to help, I feel much better. This will help me build confidence in this and approaching people. 

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Creative Outlet

So, through the years of... growing up, I have had many ways to express my creativity. 6 years of art lessons, filming making, creative writing, etc.  I just kind of did a lot of things but those were the three things that I actually pressed to do well in. 

However, due to life, one by one I had to drop them. I still talk film and story stuff with a few of my friends who are still in that industry, but not personally creating things anymore. 

But during my last year of high school I had a blog, and would write short stories, of the horror variety. I got... pretty good at it, as I ended up writing a dozen or so of them before just fading out. 

I ended on one that was more of an outline for a story, since I considered it too long and in-depth for my regular short story. I ended up writing the first bit then adding the rest via simple outline structure. 

Anyway, here I am thinking about this story to myself. It got brought up to a few of my friends, and through describing the plot to them, they said that I should write it all out. (apparently they really liked it) 

Not really sure if I should try to much for this but would like some input from you guys.

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Dad’s birthday

So, today was my dad’s birthday. It was really cool. I got to make him some breakfast and sit down with him and my sister and eat for a bit before heading out. I came back later on and was really happy to see he was able to rest for the day. Not something he gets to do very often. 

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Week #7 and New Book

So I am now on week 7 for the training stuff. Really getting bogged down with school, work, family life, and now this. But I am working on. Honestly I feel super tired a lot lately. It is making it difficult to do things like this. 

Also, ordered a text book on criminal profiling. It should be here in a couple of day. Really want to read it. 

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Talk with my Teacher

So, today I was worried about my grades, due to that fact that ‘if I am not getting and A, I am failing’ in my mind. 

So in my psychology class, after it was over, I stayed to talk with my professor. A nice woman, however she isn't a push over. I asked her if she could recommend a study group of some sorts I could join. She told me he didn't have any, and asked to see my grades. I gave her my name and she looked up my name. Apparently I was doing just fine. Not a perfect score, but nothing bad in any way. 

I told her that if I wasn't getting the best score, then I was failing. She took this info to guess that I was a psyche major. I told her yes, and we talked about what I wanted to do with it. 

I told her that people said I should go into some sort of law enforcement. She said that meant forensic psychology (which is what I have been looking into).

She suggested I go to the local police station for an intern with their psychologist. I asked her if she meant to go there after my degree, but she said no. 

“I mean now. While you are still learning. You need to get your foot in the door.”

Side note: I told her what I did, assuming she would hate it. (mentalism is associated is psychics, graphology, palmistry, and magic tricks) However, she told me that it wasn't a “silly” thing. Pretty cool that someone who is so abasing pseudo psychology is ok with this. 

I also go the chance to explain one of my memory techniques to the class. When she asked if someone had any other non traditional method of memory, I spoke up about the journey system  (the roots of the memory palace system). She wasn't aware of it, so I had the chance to explain how it worked, and she seemed rather impressed. 

I also learned that one of my students has a photographic memory, and another is extremely good at working with numbers. So proud to be around such awesome people.