Max understood not just Mentalism but the whole realm of Mystery Performance, creating needed connections and differentiations to study each of them as careful and excellent as possible.
Magic and Mentalism are similar in a lot of ways, and different in a lot of ways. That is why we need to observe our speciality and focus.
Most of the time Mentalism is easier in the sleight of hand techniques, but requires a deeper understanding of "techniques" (the trunk in the Tree Model) in order to achieve the true potential of the Mentalism experience. What is beautiful is that beautiful and genuine Magic needs this deeper technical understanding, just watch the legends in Magic and you will see the psychology, the subtlety and sophistication in everything they do.
If you want to explore Mentalism, you need to explore your self first, so you can reach a higher and deeper level that facilitates you the needed authenticity and realism that Mentalism needs. Is not about "convincing someone of your abilities" but allowing the Mystery flow without obstacles.
If you want to learn this beautiful possibilities, I invite you to check our Mentalism Course and The Path of Mystery!
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