how subliminal messages work?
You may have heard stories of how advertising companies make use of briefly flashed split second messages in film and video commercials to make us buy their products. You probably know of people who insist that there is secret sexual imagery in print and video advertising and sub-audible messages in self-help audiotapes that can help us to be more motivated. Most of us have heard that in years gone by barely audible messages were included in rock music that caused those listening to it to buy things they didn’t want before, stop smoking or even take their own lives! How subliminal messages work or if they work at all is a contentious issue among many experts and laypeople. Is it really possible that these hidden, split-second messages can influence our behavior and perhaps even control our minds? Is it possible that such messages are even more effective than the ‘in your face’ promotions that we are all very much aware of. * The concept of influencing people subliminally refers to usin
