Speaker

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   I've never been to a supposed (fake) haunted house.  I was offered an extra ticket to something described as a haunted house a few years ago.  But the idea of creaky floors and hidden fans to generate a breeze (there's probably more than just those behind the scenes) for entertainment didn't seem very interesting.

   There's one "attraction" I've heard of that can frighten visitors on more than one level.  It was described as a speaker somehow connected to the shouts, ramblings, and anguish of a "crazy old man".  At any time there might be something that pushes him over the edge and triggers a loud outburst. When someone happened to be near the speaker right then...  screams might be heard from more than just his voice.

   For those stopping at the attraction long enough to look past the shouts, screams, and crying of some "old man" they might have tried putting themselves in his shoes.  One thing no amount of empathy is likely to make clear is where everyone went who could have explained he was being exploited for entertainment.

   But with enough empathy and awareness - and realization the sounds from those standing and walking around the exhibit were relayed to him just like his sounds were relayed to the attraction - a nightmarish feeling of terror can set in.

   It all rests on whether the "old man" has the equivalent of a visible, tangible, speaker on his side to anchor what he hears in reality.

   Without something so simple, it can be like the conscious part of the mind trying to breathe underwater as though it was air.

   Are you starting to wonder if hypnosis can create the same experience for someone with no speakers, wires, or connection at all? 

   Yes it can.  And it can all be done using the person's own awareness.  No groups or crowds of people are needed to pass by any "attraction".

   The drawback?  The effects fade relatively quickly without constant and continuous reinforcement.  So some concealed means must be installed to maintain the illusion and maximize the rate any person imprisoned like this breaks down into psychosis. 

   For those with no empathy that enjoy seeing others in pain, experiencing loss, or being embarrassed and humiliated...

   If you took time to lean in close to the attraction and asked whoever was shouting, screaming, or crying if they'd checked behind their ear for a speaker...

   Extra points for you.