Reverse Psychology

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This or That, Vol 27 Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh
08/27/2024

"Reverse Psychology"

Mark Twain wrote how Tom had Huck paint his fence using reverse psychology on him. Tom bamboozled Huck, yet in his defense, Huckleberry Finn was known to be dim. Tom baited Huck by acting possessive, taking great pains to express his delight. He made painting the fence seem impressive, taunting that Huck could never get it right. At first, Huck laughed; then, he begged for a chance to whitewash the whole fence and prove Tom wrong. Tom planned on tricking Huck well in advance; bruising pride, he got Huck to go along. Such reverse psychology demonstrates, how the sub-conscience mind manipulates.

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Edward Ibeh

Date: 9/27/2024 7:08:00 AM

A wonderfully composed sonnet, Emile. I thoroughly enjoyed this, my friend. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest!

Emile Pinet
Date: 9/27/2024 9:33:00 AM

Thanks, Edward; I appreciate the placement and your glowing words, my friend. Emile.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/27/2024 2:29:00 PM

Hello Emile, yes tom used psychology on Huck. In order not to do the fence himself. My friend. enjoy your evening. / Darlene/

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 8/28/2024 10:44:00 AM

Hello Emile, Thank you Emile I will. you have a wonderful day to my friend. /Darlene/

Emile Pinet
Date: 8/28/2024 7:37:00 AM

Thanks, Darlene; have a wonderful day. It is always a pleasure to hear from you, my friend.