Can you design a Rorschach test that's going to make everyone feel something every time - and that looks like a Rorschach test? It's easy to show a picture of a kitten or a car accident. The question is, how abstract can you get and still get the audience to feel something when they don't know what's happening to them?

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This quote highlights the challenge of designing a Rorschach test that evokes consistent emotional reactions from individuals without relying on recognizable images. It questions the extent to which abstract stimuli can elicit an emotional response in individuals who are unaware of the stimulus' meaning. This highlights the importance of design and abstraction in creating a psychological test that taps into the deepest reaches of human emotion and perception. The quote prompts reflection on the power of abstract art to provoke subjective experiences and provoke emotions that transcend a clear and identifiable interpretation.

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