Ever since I was 14, I could read people's minds. It scared me at first, and it still sort of does because I don't know much about it.
Sometimes it happens randomly. I'll be thinking of something and suddenly I start to think something completely different that I can't control. This has happened with my siblings and parents before, and I've been able to tell them exactly what they were thinking/feeling.
My family is thinking about sending me to a doctor (I know this because they think about it alot). But there's nothing wrong with me.
Is this mind-reading thing normal? How do I tell my parents to not send me away? =(
Tell your parents that just because you can read minds, doesn't there's something wrong with you. A doctor will probably run all sorts on computers and tests on you. Would they want to put you through hell, for one simple harmless thing?
My mom thinks the same thing. She thinks I'm crazy, and that I should see a doctor. I just told her I was joking though. But you have to decide whether you want to go through with a doctor or not. [ orphans's advice column | Ask orphans A Question ]
NyadesRoadGhost answered Tuesday June 13 2006, 2:29 am: There is absolutley no need for you to see a doctor- nothing a man with an MD can keep you from reading minds. I know about 3 people who have the same issues- they pick up thoughts from people spiritualy or mentally close to them. Many people think it's because of past-linked lives, like if you knew someone in a past life that you know now, you share similar memories and inner conversations. For instance, my mom makes jewelry for a living, and one day she was struggling with a design that involved crescents and circles.. she signed on-line and a close friend of hers asked her what she was thinking about, because he kept getting images of circles and crescents in his mind.
This mind-reading ability is rare, and it can be used to your advantage greatly. It's also called "sending" and "recieving". It sounds like you're a "reciever".
I hope I helped! Best of luck with your family. [ NyadesRoadGhost's advice column | Ask NyadesRoadGhost A Question ]
Elcee answered Saturday May 27 2006, 8:49 am: It is perfectly normal to be able to read other peoples minds, especially within a close-knit family. It is a great gift but you should be a little wary of others who do not understand it. You don't say how old you are now but I am guessing mid to late teens. I doubt very much if your parents will send you away unless they become frightened of your ability. I suggest that whilst you are still young, you keep it to yourself. Can I also suggest that you keep a journal of anything significant but don't leave it lying around. As you get older you may want to consider furthering your abilities within a controlled setting. I wish you all the very best with your wonderful gift. [ Elcee's advice column | Ask Elcee A Question ]
lulabelle answered Saturday May 27 2006, 12:05 am: Actually I think it should be normal. The problem is that the majority of the people out there are afraid of this so they don't pay attention to it. I can do it with people that I'm around or if I see a picture of someone, that kind of thing. Since the idea of your being able to read minds scares your family don't talk about it anymore. Simply use it to your advantage. You tried to share it with your family and they don't want to know. They could have listened to you and picked up on their own ability to read minds. This sort of thing runs strong in families. I'm sure there are other family members who can do it like a grandmother, father, etc., but they have kept this to themselves. Notice if you don't have family members who come across as being really intuitive and knowing. They probably can do it but don't want to talk about it. Don't let it bother you. Enjoy like and all that it has granted you.
MelpomeneMuse answered Friday May 26 2006, 10:25 pm: Well I wouldn't call it "normal", but it's no reason to send you away and it doesn't make you a freak or anything. Maybe you should avoid telling people about when it happens, because they might not think about it as much or think that it's weird or anything. [ MelpomeneMuse's advice column | Ask MelpomeneMuse A Question ]
sbloemeke answered Friday May 26 2006, 8:38 pm: There are times when I just "know" things, and it is sort of abnormal. Like, I knew my grandmother was going to die this year, and I knew that every lie I ever told was going to turn true in some way or another. So, you aren't alone... ish.
I think the best way to not be sent away is to stop telling your parents that you can read other people's minds. They are definately a bit afraid of that, naturally, so just a little hiding of the turht would be a benefit in this case. Keep it as your hidden gift. :) [ sbloemeke's advice column | Ask sbloemeke A Question ]
Chicken_flavored_eggs answered Friday May 26 2006, 8:24 pm: If you are able to read your family's "minds" then there is a real reason behind it. Often when people are very close to one another, they start to think alike. You can finish each others sentences and often say things at the same time. You can even tell what it is they are thinking because you know them very well and can accurately GUESS what it is that they would be thinking. It is just being close and understanding the other person. It is not psychic ability.
If you think you can read random peoples minds, then I would start to find out if what you are thinking their thoughts are, are in fact what they are really thinking. If it is, then you are probably one of the only people on the planet who can actually do this.
Some people just pay more attention to what others are doing and what they may be feeling than others do. There is nothing wrong with it, but it is not psychic ability.
Be prepared to be poked and prodded by the scientific community to figure out what is so special about you.
Or, you can go off and become famous like David Blaine or Cris Angel. Just don't be like Cris Angel, he tries to hard to be deep and mysterious and just comes off like a douche. Make some money and become rich.
queenhearts answered Friday May 26 2006, 7:50 pm: Well don't mention it.
If you do get sent to a doctor.. they shouldn't do anything to you.
You can prove that you can read minds.
orphans answered Friday May 26 2006, 7:02 pm: I don't know much about mind reading, but I'd stop sharing it with my parents. Thier feelings toward it seem to be that of disbelief. If you stop sharing it with them, they may think that some sort of phase of yours has passed. Afterall, THEY can't read YOUR mind. [ orphans's advice column | Ask orphans A Question ]
snowi answered Friday May 26 2006, 6:37 pm: Well I kinda have the same thing but different. I would suggest to tell your parents that you are fine. And I don't think this is normal, I think it's just a gift that you have.
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