Mindball is a brain-wave controlled game. Two or more players strap on headbands that contain electrodes which measure their EEG activity.
The electrodes detect alpha and theta brain waves, which are associated with relaxation. Electro-mechanical actuators then move the ball back and forth along the table according to which player is the most calm and relaxed, i.e. this is not telekinesis.
Theta waves have a frequency range of 4-8Hz, and are associated with drowsiness and the first stages of sleep (as well as calmness). Therefore, it would appear that the player who is most bored with the game, should be the one who wins.
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I wish it were true in other areas of life that the more bored you were the more successful you could be.
I think I prefer my recreation without electrodes. Still, I can see how some people would be amazed to play mindball.