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Magic as a study in suggestibility

At its core, magic is not about supernatural powers. It is a highly refined, centuries-old study of human attention, suggestibility, memory, expectation, and belief. Professional magicians are practical psychologists who learn, through direct experimentation, how easily perception can be shaped and how confidently people can be led to misunderstand what they have actually seen. Modern cognitive science increasingly studies magicians for exactly this reason: illusion reveals weaknesses and blind spots in human consciousness that ordinary Read more

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Gurdjieff Movements Series 39-46 – Round 1

A focused entry into the practice of the Gurdjieff Movements Round 1 is an invitation to begin or renew a steady relationship with the Gurdjieff Movements through guided and sustained practice. This work is not approached as choreography to master, but as a living discipline—one that develops attention, presence, and inner coordination over time. It is designed for those who want to enter the work sincerely, with continuity and the support of a committed group Read more

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Awaken conscience and discover the higher intellect seminar with Steffan Soule

The Gurdjieff Work has produced incomparable results in establishing inner work and attention technologies for uncovering Conscience. Access to Conscience assists people in the transformations required for life on earth to progress with greater harmony. A rare invitation into a deeper stream of the Gurdjieff Work Awaken Conscience and Discover the Higher Intellect For serious students of consciousness and inner work who sense that something essential has not yet fully come together. Register Now Not Read more

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West Wing Wisdom #242

The quote, “Presidential elections are won and lost on one square foot of real estate… up here” is a famous line from the TV show The West Wing. It is spoken by the character Leo McGarry, who points to his head, emphasizing the importance of mental preparation and strategic thinking in winning a presidential election. The line highlights the idea that the battle for the presidency is won or lost in the minds of the candidates and their teams, Read more

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Magic Theater Group at Bastion Brewery

Call for Performing Artists: Come audition, observe or participate and play with the art of theatrical magic, hosted by magic consultant Steffan Soule at the Magic Theater area inside Bastion Brewing, Anacortes, WASUMMER 2025 Contact Steffan at 206-841-9129, voice, text or voicemail. Email: steffan@attentionmagic.org Rehearsals: 5pm at Bastion Brewery in AnacortesVarious Days, summer 2025 We are creating a magic show! Come join the fun at BASTION. Op Art invented by Jim Steinmeyer. Learn more. Here Read more

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60 Minutes as Third Force

“60 Minutes” and the Disappearance of the Third Force in Journalism In the spiritual teachings of G.I. Gurdjieff, the third force is described as the unseen, harmonizing principle that brings balance between two opposing forces — one affirming, the other denying. Without the third force, situations devolve into conflict, stagnation, or imbalance. Though Gurdjieff spoke of this principle in metaphysical terms, its echoes can be seen in many parts of life — including journalism. For Read more

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Chatting with my Teachers

Examples of chats: Dec 25, 2024 The Three Worlds of Man The three worlds of man are described as follows: The third world is crucial because it allows a person to act independently, rather than being a passive instrument of their outer and inner worlds. It is formed through intentional effort and represents the highest level of human existence. Can you find the reference to “The sun does not heat or light”? Reference to “The Read more

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Magic and the Third Force

Real magic occurs and can be felt when a magician presents an experiment on stage or close up. Experienced magicians know magic from the inside out and can perform it for real at the drop of a hat. I know. I was a professional magician for more than forty years, making a living performing for audiences in person from 1980 to the present day, and am now a semi-retired professional.

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The Golden Rule Magician during October, “Anti-Bullying Month”

In October, Magician’s and other Performers who understand the secret to the Golden Rule presentations, can present in schools for anti-bullying curriculum which is important for students to practise and to ponder. Subscribe and Donate Now To date, this performance—Attention, Magic, and the Golden Rule by Steffan Soule—has been performed in hundreds of schools and youth organizations in Utah, with over 200,000 students attending, along with their teachers and administrators. With our program, “The Golden Read more

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