An unexpected champion of reason has emerged from the world of reality television: Kim Kardashian. In a recent, surprisingly candid TikTok video, she delivered a scathing indictment of psychics, fueled by a very personal disappointment.
Kardashian’s journey to this conclusion is rooted in her own ambitions. Currently pursuing a legal career through an apprenticeship, she sought guidance from several psychics regarding her upcoming California bar exam.
They assured her of success, predicting she would pass. The outcome, however, was far different. Kardashian failed the exam, leading to a blunt and unfiltered assessment of the industry she once frequented.
“Psychics are full pathological liars,” she declared to her millions of followers. She didn’t mince words, stating that every psychic she consulted had provided false assurances, collectively leading her astray.
The irony is potent. A significant portion of the American public, around 26%, professes a belief in clairvoyance, and a sizable 20% follow the Kardashians. It’s likely these circles overlap considerably.
Kardashian isn’t addressing hardened skeptics; she’s speaking directly to those who, like her in the past, are open to the possibility of psychic insight. Her personal experience carries weight, lending authenticity to her newfound skepticism.
Savvy psychics generally avoid definitive predictions, opting for vague pronouncements that are difficult to disprove. A statement like “Your father is proud of you” is safe, while a specific claim about hidden assets invites immediate verification – and potential exposure.
Kardashian inadvertently created a no-win scenario for the psychics she consulted. By directly asking about the bar exam result, she demanded a binary answer. A prediction of failure would have been unwelcome, likely ending the consultation immediately.
The unanimous chorus of “you will pass” was predictable, a reflection of what she desired to hear. A more cautious response – “the future is unclear” or “you will become a lawyer eventually” – might have been more strategically sound.
Ultimately, Kardashian’s experience highlights the inherent limitations and potential for deception within the psychic industry. Her unexpected critique serves as a potent reminder to approach such claims with a healthy dose of skepticism.
