Putting Philosophy of Mind in Perspective

Believe it or not, this quote makes sense in context:

Mark screws up his face in concentration. "But... if you didn't believe in magic that works whether or not you believe in it, then why did the bucket method work when you didn't believe in it? Did you believe in magic that works whether or not you believe in it whether or not you believe in magic that works whether or not you believe in it?"

♦ Here's the context.