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This was something I had come to terms with. I would wake up with it in the morning, in
the afternoon, in the evening. I would approach it as if it were something ordinary. And I
loved it, I was enjoying it fully. The problem is I thought it was something that happened
to everyone. How was I supposed to know this was something that was happening because of
me? I am everything but a narcissist. No, no, no.
Cristina, you are not telling me what your problem is.
Oh, I'm not?
No. Could you start from the beginning?
The thing is I had gone for a picnic with my friends and there was a mosquito annoying
me. So, I decided to do something about it.
¡Whoa! How awesome is that? Do it again!
Very good, Cristina. Do you remember what happens before and after these episodes?
You don't believe me.
No, of course, I believe you, Cristina. The problem is you say you have the power to make
people applaude you instantly. That is quite hard to believe, trust me.
Ok, ok! I believe you!
This is unbelievable! This is not an issue! You could use it, Cristina.
Yes, I know. I've been using it for a long time now, that's the problem.
When I realized the possibilities, I stared working for theatres, meetings, TV shows,
weddings... And I made a pretty good earning. But once you start using it...it's hard to
stop.
I had never received applause; I used to be that type of person that would go around unnoticed.
I don't know if you have ever received applause, but the feeling you get is so intense, it's
impossible to want to make it stop...
I started applauding in public places; in any situation I would feel uncomfortable.
Even in my private life.
Doctor... I have no friends any more. My boyfriend left me because I would make him applaude
each time he saw me. You have to help me
Cristina... I can't ask you to cut off your hands so that you don't have this power. I
think the problem is you have been using it selfishly and irresponsibly.
Yes, but what can I do?
I think you should focus on helping only one person.
And you should be supervised. And if you agree we could do it this week, I have some conferences
and if you want you could stop by and applause me.
No. No, no.