“I had to go very deep in this experiment. My body was exposed to a dose of toxin and I had to fight it. But that wasn’t the most difficult part. For many years, I’ve been seen as a fairground attraction, and I was the butt of scorn and cynicism. But I knew that I could influence my autonomous nervous system, and it was tough waiting for recognition. I’m over the moon that Professor Pickkers has now proved scientifically that I really can do it.” —Wim Hof

