      By reading a number of different books by different authors ontechnical analysis, you will quickly learn what the popular patterns are.Just because the patterns are popular, however, does not mean that a self-fulfilling prophecy will actually take place. Stronger crosscurrents existin the marketplace that can overwhelm this variable, so beware. On theother hand, if a popular technical pattern presents itself, and is inalignment with the other planets, the probability of self-fulfillment isquite high. Over time, you will get a feel for what stocks "like" thevarious technical tools. You will also get a feel for what patterns exhibita high probability of self-fulfillment in different stocks. As usual,careful study, patience, and diligence will pay off for those who arewilling to pay attention for extended periods of time.