Jim is concerned about his future, so he visits a "psychic" who tells him: "You are a person who can succeed in life. You have many talents that could be developed-ones that could bring you great prosperity. Sometimes you're afraid of taking risks, but you can spot a good opportunity when you see one." Jim leaves the psychic's office convinced that he has what it takes to be a success in life. The psychic's message

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Nathalie Faulkner

3 September, 15:01

Jim is concerned about his future, so he visits a "psychic" who tells him: "You are a person who can succeed in life. You have many talents that could be developed-ones that could bring you great prosperity. Sometimes you're afraid of taking risks, but you can spot a good opportunity when you see one." Jim leaves the psychic's office convinced that he has what it takes to be a success in life. The psychic's message

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Jonathan Massey · Answer 1

Answer: Is an example of the "Barnum Effect".

Explanation:

The Barnum Effect refers to the perception that people have of descriptions about their personality, apparently made expressly for them, as very accurate, even though those descriptions are actualy rather vague because they are meant to interpellate many people.

The psychic's message for Jim, as inspirational as it may be, could apply to most people, as everyone can potentially succeed in life, develop latent talents and take risks with expected positive outcomes.