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The Raikov Effect

The Raikov Effect is a technique in which a person in deep hypnosis is guided to imagine that they are a famous, highly skilled person, such as a great artist, musician or chess player, so they can tap into abilities they did not know they had. Start with our complete guide.

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The Raikov Effect is a technique in which a person in deep hypnosis is guided to imagine that they are a famous, highly skilled person, such as a great artist, musician or chess player, so they can tap into abilities they did not know they had.

This hub is the home on Self Help Supermarket for The Raikov Effect. Our complete guide explains the method step by step, and below you will find the videos, podcasts, books and other resources for The Raikov Effect that we have checked.

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New to The Raikov Effect? Our complete guide covers Vladimir Raikov's deep trance work, how borrowing genius works and a practice you can try at home.

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Videos 6

Podcasts 2

Books & apps 1

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Where should a complete beginner start?

Read our complete guide first. It explains The Raikov Effect step by step. Then come back here for the videos, podcasts, books and resources we have checked.

What is the Raikov Effect?

The Raikov Effect is a technique in which a person in deep hypnosis imagines they are a famous, highly skilled person in order to unlock their own abilities. It is named after Moscow psychiatrist Vladimir Raikov, who reported improvements in drawing, music, chess and learning.

What skills can the Raikov Effect help with?

Raikov studied drawing, piano playing, chess, maths problem-solving, attention and learning foreign words. People also use the idea for sport, public speaking and confidence.
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