https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=du3MQPwoUkw Ill admit, nearly everything in Pisa is a monumental visual and aesthetic pleasure emphasis on monumental. For example, when you try to morph a square into a circle, it turns into a hexagon instead. Hey marko its me again, i practiced the exercise that you said to me ( the one of visualizing the day past) for 10-30 mins at day for like 40 days. P.S. With The Honest Guys, did you just listen to the audio or watch the accompanying video as well? Youre waiting in line? I would kindly like to know from anyone that this method worked on, to get them able to create mental images this question. I think my short term memory improved indeed. The subliminal visualization video didnt seem to work for me; I am focusing on image streaming now (30 to 60 minutes a day). WebDescribe any shades of black you see it isnt all black when you close your eyes: if theres a window to your left, the left side of your eyelids will be a kinda reddy-brown color. Black dot on white paper. Yes I have the same. Im happy to know Im doing it correctly and Im not full on mentally blind. Its difficult to put in words but I dont want to feel that Ive wasted my time. When I come back to sleep, before jumping in my bed, a VERY vivid shape appeared in an instant, basically without any reason (visible with my eyes closed or open for 10-15 seconds): many coloured bubles rotating all together in a cylindrical shape. Never. Also, 3-5 minutes of breathing practice greatly improve visualization results energizing your body and calming your mind. Thank you for leaving a comment here. Well, you get the idea. An additional tip when you listen to their videos is to zoom in into the details. This exercise will help you to picture colors. Thank you for your website. My visualisation improving skill is so bad. The same can happen with our mental eyes. The more information you can feed to him, the better hell be able to paint the candle.By doing this you strengthen recall ability and you signal to your mind that you want to focus on these specifics. The more effort you put into it the better youll get. Found a different aphantasia cure? Now, observe that shape calmly for a moment. I, too believe in the power of positive thinking and belief in the ability to shape and improve the mind. Be it a table, desk, chair, shelving or otherwise, ensure what you buy serves its purpose for use. Get yourself a few colored surfaces. Could you give us some feedback about this product? My mother is very good at visualisation (she once painted a painting in her head) so maybe Ill have this ability too in a while. With your eyes closed, repeat the process of using your imaginary pen to recreate the object. Another thing I picked up again is memorization (quotes, content of books, vocabulary, ) So much more enjoyable with good visualization skills. If, Grab one and squeeze it with your fingers. I really havent touched it much in past years except for a few times. For the best results, whenever you attempt to cure aphantasia or access mental imagery in general, adhere to the following principles. Walk around like everythings perfectly normally and like nothing even happened. In the past Ive seen things and heard things in lucid dreams, but this is the first time I was aware of feeling the texture of something in a dream. Practice periodically during your day. This is the music I like to listen but I get the same results without music. I started practising yesterday AND I SAW A RED DOT AND I SAW PUPRLE. Say, for example, a triangle or a circle.No need to make it perfect. Today Ive noticed something interesting: most of the clips are quicky dissapearing when I am fully aware of them but some of them are slowly fading away if I try to keep them more (the trick is when you become aware of them are usually instantly dissapearing and I think you too feel like youre sucked up from there this was my sensation in the beggining). Then, and this is most important, describe out LOUD what you see in as much DETAIL as possible. Daniele. :) If I could manage somehow to create a link between the verbal part of my brain and the visual, I think I would be a great writer. For example, Ive found that I (first consciously, later automatically) began to use it when reading a book. As if Im seeing with my eyes open? However, i can recall the image a few times after it fades with closed and open eyes as well. I could only see like a fire colour and it seems to me that its the imprint of the image on my retina, and not my mind doing it. What were looking at is a propensity. is 15 20 minutes okay? Because if I close my eyes all I see is blackness and the focus shift to seeing through the eye instead of recalling image from the mind so is this normal ? But Marko how would you even have the skills of mental rotation before you had the static image to rotate. Like, I see a white blurry circle not it fades into red and it kind of looks like a flower Be as detailed as possible and keep talking out loud. But, if you stick to daily practice sessions, dedicate a few minutes each day, youll be greatly rewarded with new and beautiful skill. So I hope I will have more of these experiences :) Appreciate it immensely. Practice with your eyes closed. For example: 1. is their a car coming out of a side street I cant visualize and I cant recall memories. You know, i was also stuck in that question, i was feeling lost too, but here's the information i got, after studying about it 1: calm your mind an Progress continues to be mixed. Many people strain their eyes when trying to visualize. I mean, you imagine the canvas in front of your closed eyes? Its most effective in the moments you wake and the moments just before you go to sleep. And well, hypnosis is highly individual, but because of the price Im wary of recommending it to people just like that. In my experience the two things seem to be linked in my brain and its like I cant have one without the other. Now, I am able to keep the image of my window effortlessly for ~10 seconds (+ 3-5 seconds disolving) but more than that: I can see the fine texture of the window curtain. 1) because of my summer job and the lack of energy etc. #3. 3) Just before going to sleep two nights ago, a clear image came to me and I was able to hold it for three seconds, which may not sound like much, but is about twice as long as Ive done before. Its like I hit a mental wall and bounced backwards off it. Only, I can imagine things I have a tendency to create whole storylines when Im bored and theyve never felt lacking, I just cant SEE them. Dead Sea Mud. F.e. At all times, if you can do so, maintain a playful attitude. 5. the lane you must change into (And please let me know all about it in the comments.). Some people can only see specific colors. Before you practice, at the very least, do an instant body scan. Observe the spot for 10-15 seconds, then close your eyes and try to hold the mental image of it for about 2-3 seconds, then open your eyes and repeat. Ive tried tons of different exerices, read a lot of articles and books. Close your eyes. The more the better if you dont tense up and strain your eyes and your fascial muscles. For me it helps if I suggest to myself the color I want to see. Theres this thing that happens after a while, where you switch your conscious attention from your actual eyeballs to your minds eye. Ive been working on this for about 5 months now, and am committed to doing this for a year. You just IMAGINE it with high enough level of detail. # Your first few steps will be shaky and unstable. I dont worry even if after 6 months or more i couldnt get pictures becouse i know there should be something wrong! I thought if I command my mind to see things, she will listen. I personally dont think subliminal stuff works, but the music is pleasant, and so is the still image on the screen (a garden with two hedges along a path). Meditation 2 hours (not planned that much, but was good to stay there, doing nothing). Furthermore, Ive found that if you stare for too long at a very bright object (especially on the computer screen or a light source like a candle) the chances are youll see negative colors. Hello Marko i used to try those exercises for like a month but uncostantly and then i stopped because of boredom.. Playfulness Its all about, like you already do, coming from your mind. Please share your thoughts and theories below. This should be easy to differentiate because the afterimage you see the image of what you were just starting at (with the colors in negative like explained on wikipedia) while an actual mental image is an image of something that you havent just been staring at. Obviously if I observed it straight on upright so would the words be upright but then if I physically flip it upsdie down the words would be upside down. And as someone who is trying to be an artist, this was extremely discouraging. THis I believe is the goal that we all want (but with control of course). Critical to open your minds eye is deep relaxation. So Ill keep doing everyday, no matter what! 5. This happened when I was tired and deeply relaxed. No one told them how to do it. I would love to connect with you and share my results. Im determined to get back to my normal self, and I will keep you all updated. I read through the the whole process and from what I know about the brain and the mind you make sense. But using the inner voice to describe details can definitely help to gain more clarity and to stabilize the image. I will continue that maybe for 9 months, But i cant remind how powerful my visualisation was at the begin, maybe it slightly helped becouse i have not moments with near zero visualisation which i had at begin, but visualisation is still weak. Obviously, its not my article, that was supposed to be many. I was so excited to discover I was visualizing correctly I didnt bother to proofread before posting. Test both variations frequently. 2) When I first posted this, back in April, I had completed 24 sessions of neurofeedback. But Im just making sure Cause I can imagine scenarios in my head without closing my eyes. Unfortunately I did not have the same success today. AMAZING! Its almost a habit. All I got was afterimages. Go ahead and apply gentle but persistent effort. While awake I can think only in words and concepts. Keep your eyes open as if youre daydreaming and let your mind wander over its entire surface for a minute. It appears smaller, like at a greater distance compared to the observable shape. Try to continue a botched transformation and repair it into a successful one, like morphing that hexagon into a real circle. Id say, sensing is part of visualization. Im curious, when you recall your dreams in the morning (lucid or not) do you recall them in images? Im going to start doing the geometric shape exercise next. Stay at it and keep us posted please! 3. When visualizing you actually dont use your eyes at all so you dont receive information from the receptors in your eyes. I use guided visualization a lot since I find that it helps me the most compared to visualizing all by myself. 2. Im working on the dreams right now, but your comments about goals is interesting. If I just imagine having a tin in my hand, I cant see or feel anything. Today Ill start doing everything I can. Thanks again Marko or anyone else who might have tips here. Marko thank you for all of the ideas to try! Awesome. Or, think, How would it look and smell like if I poured a steaming cup of coffee over a stack of white paper? But now Im back, and I can actually see the after-image of the candle flame (even though it is tinyliketiny..). As it is with learning anything else, trying too hard and keeping it too serious can stunt your progress. # Even if you initially see nothing, internally describe details. 5. trying to visualize something and only see full blackness is not calming. He wants to paint it for you but relies on your observations alone. I think, if you plan to benefit from visualization for the rest of your life, it sure is worth practicing a few minutes every day. One time I could keep the afterimage going for almost a minute. Some black and white images seem to work for me, though not the whole image. For example my visualization is not like the afterimage effect . I personally know that this is frustrating but its merely a matter of endurance and persistent practice. At some point I asked myself: is this imagination or am I halucinating? In your case (and this applies to probably thousands of other successful, happy people, too) writing is a perfectly effective substitute to get clarity, direction and drive in life. I am curious, has this worked for anyone so far besides Brandon and you? So I decided to read up on the topic and found this forum. I could swear is real. Of course, is all black but feels like there are some slightly darker shadows in my mind (shadows of objects in the room). It is very strange. Then, while you visualize, can you try focusing on the center of your head? It doesnt really matter how you look at the candle (or whatever item). Few years ago I started to meditate but never had these flashes in a deep relaxation (so intention does play a huge role). I understand that when you are able to create images you can play around with memory-palace etc but what about the above? Work it through the above mentioned algorithm: first study it visually, then close your eyes and visualize it in front of you. All I know is that with endurance and persistence you will improve. Please dont give up! Now, thanks to this guide, I realize that there are different facets of visualization that need to be improved separately; this simple truth changes everything. 2. That greenish spot is little bit more visible and I can reshape it: circle/disk or a disk with a hole in the center. Combine your previously mastered astral senses. Yes, Ive been through all this. Sad to say that my progress has stagnated, Once again, visualize, correcting the difference. There is a point where he has you visualize numbers and I was able to see fuzzy images of them. What did your friends wear? When I play I try capture the details and the position of each single image. Maybe it happens more often or more forcefully to those that struggle with visualising. (Apparently, some studies stated that these exercises increase your IQ when performed frequently). Aphantasia allows you to view (process?) ;), Hi David happy to see all of your efforts, like you I have practicing image streaming for around 6 months even if I did only 20 min, I saw some results,I started dreaming once again, something that didnt happened to me for years, the result are small, but they are real, I should probably try to mix with others exercises as well, by the way, many believe that image streaming also improves iq, I cant see any difference, but do you feel any improvement on your cognitive abilities? Kittens trigger serotonin and dopamine in peoples brains, making them more loveable to people. You came up with new ideas? And, I guess, youve already heard people saying, your mental blindness is called aphantasia. Maybe its just blurry light or, even better, you actually see the shape of the flame. To point you to some great resources to get the most out of life through writing, check out some of these titles on Amazon or your local book store: Writing Down Your Soul: How to Activate and Listen to the Extraordinary Voice Within- Janet Conner Now that you made it that far; how are you going to apply this new mental-power? Its really curious. 3 days ago I had a huge experience: I woke up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom. Watch Mike Cammalleri, Ice-Hockey pro, visualizing with open eyes here. So I quit using it and everything is back to normal. After that, it took me 2-3 more weeks to make any progress at all. Now, you can refine your practice and put more focus on the faculty you want to strengthen in this case your ability to reproduce imagery in clarity. I have been very frustrated about this for years, and have seen many doctors. Jon, yes, I started from zero and, as far as I understood, Brandon did so too. If you like to find out more, keep reading, First, let me give you a quick intro about my story. Youre right not to give up with learning to visualize. Ive probably tested hundreds of guided meditations and found that these two guys on YouTube stand head and shoulders above the rest: The Honest Guys. Accept Read More. Best you practice two times daily. I can do it while asleep, so I know my brain can do it. When you first try recalling dreams in the morning you wont remember anything or you recall only a fraction of a dream. I think Ill add visualization to that process as well. Try visualizing something. Its a more complex task, and many people have problems when the transformation doesnt go as it should. Redesign Ability Take the images you already got and merge, rearrange, redesign them to your liking. After 15 minutes of doing your exercises last night I could see all 5 squares and their COLORS! I do feel Im heading the right way. When I close my eyes am I suppose to be able to see it behind closed eyelids with my eyes? So apparently I cant see any mental images like I thought. If you seriously want to improve this ability, write it down. Vital key is you keep practicing on a frequent basis. About the meditation I see flashes everyday (short clips up to 2s). Start maybe with 2-3 paragraphs a day until you get better. But at least 15min. After ~40 minutes, the screen was still blurry but was there for ~3 seconds. For example, I am unable to see the shapes Ive drawn on piece of paper (ironwheals first exercise) because the white piece of paper appears black to me so I cant see anything Ive drawn. How do I If you do this every night, for a few days, just before you go to sleep, youll get some astonishing results: Im happy to hear that youre seeing results already! Sit comfortably, take you cellphone and observe carefully it for about 1 minute. It seems like its 2 separate screens almost, maybe using different parts of the brain. In fact, the easiest way to practice with these videos is to download the audios and listen to them on your phone or MP3 player. Employ all your senses in writing. I have a question about the after images (Im still trying the candle exercise), I hope I can word it properly. After 2 months and 3 days i still have visualisation skill like at the begin. Now lets learn to dissolve them, that means make visualized shapes vanish at will. Basically, the experiences I notice are in a deep relaxed state. If do not want to commit too much time on this exercise, you can select just a particular part of your day but focus on remembering more details. DAY #2 (1,5 hours): Used my window, just to satisfy my curiosity (window curtain was in place). Its NOT really a VISION, but a mental construct. I will done comment here after several months and i will write why you save my life, thanks.. :), Oh my i was too greedy here, after 1 month and 20 days i still have much moments when i almost have not visualisation skill, so annoying. But aphantasics like Ebeyer can't visualize anything in their minds. I thought I was falling asleep, but Im not so sure if thats the case or if I just have very little control of my visualization/mind. Personally, I would affirm to myself the positive outcome of being able to confront the situation and gaining control over ittaking a deep breath, deepening relaxation and trying again. When I come back, before to jump in my bed to continue my sleep, a very vivid image apeared instantly. I think Im an aphantasiac, but Ive been meaning to use the memory palace technique, but I cant see my palace, all though I remember it, and that makes it difficult because I cant peg. I am a total Aphantasiant and have never experienced my mind sensor of any sort.
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