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Pokémon Go and Psychic Abilities
- Jane McGonigal almost believed she was psychic while playing Pokémon Go.
- She realized her brain was just learning to interpret subtle sound cues, creating a sense of precognition.
The Power of Prospection
- Prospection, the ability to imagine future scenarios, is crucial for planning and decision-making.
- It allows us to mentally rehearse actions and prepare for various outcomes.
Baseball and Prediction
- Baseball players predict the future by unconsciously picking up on pitchers' body movements.
- This explains why they struggle to hit softballs, which have different cues.