Can this theory be proven?

I read that one man did an experiment on a plant and that the plant reacted to the man's thoughts (the man thought about burning one of the leaves, and the plant reacted to that thought). My question is this: Can humans be affected the same way? For example Let's say I go to work with a bunch of third graders and everytime I see a certain kid I think "I'll punch him/her"....would the kid eventually avoid me out of fear, not form any physical or verbal abuse, but from the thought I have every time I see him/her? (just so you know I don't think this thought about any kids lol)...or could it be vice versa...I meet a really shy kid and I think every time I'm in contact "What a great personality, this kid is so outgoing" could that kid over time, take action on those thoughts? It would be a sort of subconscious telepathy I guess. Anyway tell me what you think.....if it's possible and if you know of any good books dealing with the subject. Thanks ^^