Hello!
I am Stefan Paridaen, mentalist. You may know me from the VRT program Wonder Boven Wonder, where I, together with two mentalist friends, surprised unsuspecting Flemish people with magical and unforgettable moments through our mentalism techniques.
As a mentalist I focus on the way people think, how we make choices, and the patterns behind those thoughts and decisions. I am fascinated by the idea of whether and how we can influence or even predict these choices.
To achieve this, I use various techniques, but what drives me most is my interest in the hidden aspects of our psychology and the complex functioning of our brain.
My shows are all about entertainment. But in my lectures and corporate sessions I delve deeper into the techniques of mentalism and use them as a tool to gain insight into the fascinating world of human psychology.
View the various options and formulas with which I can give your event a unique and unforgettable touch.
Please do not hesitate to contact me.
See you soon!
— Stefan Paridaen
The Show
Stefan plays more than 120 shows a year
Stefan Paridaen, together with Kurt Demey former Belgian mentalism champion, left a lasting impression with his impressive act that brought him to the final of Belgium's Got Talent.
You may also know him from the VRT programme Wonder Boven Wonder, where he and mentalists Piet and Kurt enchanted unsuspecting Flemish people with unforgettable and magical moments.
In his live show, Stefan shows how he reads minds, predicts choices and subtly influences people. His style is unique: dry, sharp and with a touch of organized chaos. Stefan explores the boundaries of our predictability and challenges you to discover whether our choices are really as free as we think—or whether we are all, without knowing it, susceptible to influence.
This is no ordinary show, but a humorous, interactive show in which the audience is central. Stefan brings world-class mentalism and lets you experience what it would be like if someone could really read your thoughts.
Keynote
Read the thoughts of a mentalist
Discover my keynotes, where I combine mentalism and psychology to provide insight into human interaction and decision-making. In these sessions, the focus is not on the tricks of the mentalist, but on the underlying psychology that serves as inspiration for my shows. You will learn how to apply techniques from psychology to influence yourself and others for positive changes, both personally and professionally.
Topics such as thinking errors, presentation techniques, body language, Theory of Mind, empathy, influencing strategies and personality types are discussed. Discover how to understand others better and how to use the filter of your brain to achieve your goals. These insights help you to respond effectively to others and make a lasting, positive impact within your team or organization.
The invisible force behind team dynamics
Discover the psychology behind successful teams
In this interactive keynote you will learn how unconscious processes and personality traits are the key to successful teams. Stefan reveals, with mental tricks and psychological insights, how Theory of Mind – the ability to understand what others are thinking – is crucial for HR managers and team leaders.
What you can expect:
Theory of Mind: Understand unconscious thought and how it predicts our behavior.
Implicit associations: discover what people reveal without words.
DISC Models: Learn to apply personality models to improve teams.
Interactive experiments: experience practical insights into team dynamics and leadership.
Lessons learned:
Find out what people are really thinking, even when they don't say it.
Use DISC models to avoid conflicts.
Unlock the hidden potential of your team.
Influence yourself and others – drive positive change
In this keynote you will learn how to influence both yourself and others for positive change. Stefan combines psychological insights and mental techniques into practical tools for growth.
What you can expect:
Personal growth: discover techniques to accelerate your development.
Influence strategies: learn to apply priming, framing and anchoring.
Reticular Activating System (RAS): Enhance focus and motivation by using the brain as a filter.
Habits and Implementation Intentions: Plan actions and create new habits for success.
Interactive experiments: directly applicable insights through exercises.
Lessons learned:
Use the RAS to achieve your goals.
Plan targeted actions and create sustainable habits.
Apply influencing strategies to increase your impact.
Discover how these principles can help you overcome personal and professional challenges.
