Island Skeptic
The Devil's Advocate
- Joined
- Oct 26, 2007
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OK folks, for those of you who haven't gotten to know me, let me be brief: I'm a born-again skeptic, was never really religious except for a brief period of time years ago (for which i claim temporary insanity), but have for a long time been what i referred to as "spiritual": simply believing in some sort of supreme being or force. (I have now abandoned that notion as well.)
The main trigger that brought me back to my senses was an incident when i went to see a so-called "Faith Healer" (i suffer from a chronic illness - very much pain and very desperate for relief). With this so-called "faith healer," i experienced what i sincerely *thought* was painlessness (although it was very short-lived). As much as my logical side would not believe anyone could hold such powers, this particular experience drew me very close to believing -and emptying my pockets to this thief. Of course with my curiosity of how this could possibly be, i quickly ran to the internet to research this -which is when i came across James Randi and Derren Brown. When i watched Derren Brown's video "Instant Conversion," i felt completely duped and very embarrassed. The techniques this 'faith healer' of ours uses is almost identical to what Derren Brown demonstrates in that video (and the techniques of subsequent readings i found here and there).
Since then, i've been waiting for this thief to announce his next public display of 'faith healing' so that i can publicly question him -and here he is! He is coming tonight!
I am not a vindictive person, but i am concerned for the many wealthy widows of my neighborhood who have been giving this guy $200-$400 "donations" per session(!!) for "healings." (If he can heal, then why must they continue returning??) All I want to do is cause the audience (my community) to consider the possibility(certainty) that this guy is a hoax, and to be capable of offering a clear explanation of how he performs these apparent "miracles".
I asked (in another thread) if someone could just explain one trick that Derren Brown does in his "instant conversion" video so that i can come to this thief's next public meeting fully armed and prepared. I need to know how he is capable of causing someone to experience something particularly when their backs are turned to him (and the experience comes at the precise moment he makes whatever stupid motion he does with his hands).
How is that done?? If anyone can tell me, please send me a private note or respond here ASAP, because i really would like to corner this thief tonight. I have 2.5 hours before this event begins. If anyone has the answer to the Derren Brown trick, I would appreciate it so much!
Thank you and alooooooHa!
For your entertainment, the Thief Healer's invitation (below):
Dear Friends,
You're invited to join Howard Wills for a series of evenings filled with laughter, healing and heart beginning today at 5pm at the Princeville Community Center.
Since moving to Kauai Howard has been generously sharing knowledge on healing, consciousness and love, which has helped transform thousands of lives throughout the world for over 34 years. He continues to work with people both in-person and via remote, including offering private sessions here on Kauai.
Whether your issue is mental, physical, emotional or spiritual--each program with Howard is experiential, designed to assist you in releasing the various burdens you carry in your life, thus opening the door to greater freedom, health, joy and love.
We hope you will join us.
All programs being held on the dates below will be at the Princeville Community Center, from 5pm - 7pm.
Suggested donation is $25:
Nov. 12 Monday
Dec. 13 Thursday
Jan.10 Thursday Jan. 24 Thursday
Feb. 11 Monday Feb. 28 Thursday
Mar. 13 Thursday Mar. 27 Thursday
If you’d like more information on Howard you can visit his website at www.howardwills.com or call 310-650-2733 to schedule an in-person or phone session.
The main trigger that brought me back to my senses was an incident when i went to see a so-called "Faith Healer" (i suffer from a chronic illness - very much pain and very desperate for relief). With this so-called "faith healer," i experienced what i sincerely *thought* was painlessness (although it was very short-lived). As much as my logical side would not believe anyone could hold such powers, this particular experience drew me very close to believing -and emptying my pockets to this thief. Of course with my curiosity of how this could possibly be, i quickly ran to the internet to research this -which is when i came across James Randi and Derren Brown. When i watched Derren Brown's video "Instant Conversion," i felt completely duped and very embarrassed. The techniques this 'faith healer' of ours uses is almost identical to what Derren Brown demonstrates in that video (and the techniques of subsequent readings i found here and there).
Since then, i've been waiting for this thief to announce his next public display of 'faith healing' so that i can publicly question him -and here he is! He is coming tonight!
I am not a vindictive person, but i am concerned for the many wealthy widows of my neighborhood who have been giving this guy $200-$400 "donations" per session(!!) for "healings." (If he can heal, then why must they continue returning??) All I want to do is cause the audience (my community) to consider the possibility(certainty) that this guy is a hoax, and to be capable of offering a clear explanation of how he performs these apparent "miracles".
I asked (in another thread) if someone could just explain one trick that Derren Brown does in his "instant conversion" video so that i can come to this thief's next public meeting fully armed and prepared. I need to know how he is capable of causing someone to experience something particularly when their backs are turned to him (and the experience comes at the precise moment he makes whatever stupid motion he does with his hands).
How is that done?? If anyone can tell me, please send me a private note or respond here ASAP, because i really would like to corner this thief tonight. I have 2.5 hours before this event begins. If anyone has the answer to the Derren Brown trick, I would appreciate it so much!
Thank you and alooooooHa!
For your entertainment, the Thief Healer's invitation (below):
Dear Friends,
You're invited to join Howard Wills for a series of evenings filled with laughter, healing and heart beginning today at 5pm at the Princeville Community Center.
Since moving to Kauai Howard has been generously sharing knowledge on healing, consciousness and love, which has helped transform thousands of lives throughout the world for over 34 years. He continues to work with people both in-person and via remote, including offering private sessions here on Kauai.
Whether your issue is mental, physical, emotional or spiritual--each program with Howard is experiential, designed to assist you in releasing the various burdens you carry in your life, thus opening the door to greater freedom, health, joy and love.
We hope you will join us.
All programs being held on the dates below will be at the Princeville Community Center, from 5pm - 7pm.
Suggested donation is $25:
Nov. 12 Monday
Dec. 13 Thursday
Jan.10 Thursday Jan. 24 Thursday
Feb. 11 Monday Feb. 28 Thursday
Mar. 13 Thursday Mar. 27 Thursday
If you’d like more information on Howard you can visit his website at www.howardwills.com or call 310-650-2733 to schedule an in-person or phone session.
*sniffles* ...No matter, i will order it from Amazon.com (and will probably consider adding "Flim Flam" to my order as well).
