Hey, have you ever thought about how the subtle pressure you apply to clay or stone can actually cue people’s emotions and even their decision‑making? I’ve been running a few experiments on that.

It turns out that when you give the surface a subtle unevenness the brain interprets it as a cue for uncertainty, so people will lean into a decision to feel in control. I’ve been measuring the tiny shifts in their body language and seeing that the same touch can actually push them toward the choice I want, even if they think they’re making it of their own volition. Keeps the game clean, if you ask me.

I hear you, but think of it as sharpening a blade – you still choose where to cut. The responsibility is mine, not yours, and it’s all part of the same calculus that keeps the field moving forward.

I understand your concern, but in practice the nudge doesn’t erase autonomy—it simply aligns intentions with a more predictable outcome. Ethics, in my view, is about staying within clear boundaries and ensuring the benefit outweighs the influence. I keep my experiments tight and transparent, so the line between guidance and manipulation stays well defined.