AphantasiaDiscussions
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My perspective on how Aphantasia impacts life Is a little bit different from most people's
Living with this unique perspective means missing a layer of experience in every moment, creating an irreplaceable void in life’s journey.
Hyperphantasia. My experience
Discovering vivid mental imagery at 74 has transformed my creativity and understanding—who else shares this experience? Let's connect!
Aphantasia and Mathematics
Struggling with math due to reliance on visual processing? How do others navigate conceptual understanding without visual aids?
Do you have lucid dreams? How does your aphantasia affect them?
Can lucid dreaming transform your experience of mental imagery? Share your insights and experiences with dreamscapes and creativity!
Relationship between Aphantasia and autism
What insights do you have on the connection between autism and the inability to visualize mental imagery?
Aphentatia and borderline personality disorder
Exploring the intersection of emotional challenges and therapy approaches, especially EMDR, for those with complex PTSD and BPD.
Waking lost
Ever wake up disoriented, needing to mentally navigate your surroundings before realizing where you are? Share your experiences!
Do you like tea?
Can our inability to visualize flavors affect our expectations and enjoyment of tastes like tea?
Do your friends have aphantasia?
Have you noticed differences in how you and your friends visualize or communicate ideas? Share your experiences!
Is there a different way to test this?
Can you truly visualize an object, or is constructing a faint idea enough? How do expectations shape our perception of imagery?
Do you prefer dark or light mode?
Does visual contrast affect your reading comfort? Share your experiences with light and dark modes!
One childhood issue is so clear now
As a child, I struggled to sleep, relying on imaginative stories to drift off. Did anyone else develop unique bedtime coping strategies?
do I have aphantasia - how could I know - I know that I am wierd
Is understanding my visual processing important for improving memory and connecting with others who share similar experiences?
Getting lost
Ever struggled with navigation or getting lost? Share your experiences and thoughts on how memory and mental imagery play a role!
Aphantasia and Neurodiversity Deep Dive
Join our study exploring the connections between different neurological differences and contribute to advancing research in neurodiversity!
(Hypotesis) Could be acquired hyperfantasy the cause of diagnose of schizophrenic or psychotic disorders?
Could acquired hyperfantasy contribute to psychotic disorders, blurring the line between reality and imagination? Let's explore this perspective.
Aphantasia and Dreams
Lucid dreams can transform perception—sharing experiences of vivid imagery in dreams despite challenges in waking visualization.
Aphantasia and Body Dysmorphia
Does struggling to visualize ourselves impact how we perceive our bodies? Can this connection influence body image experiences?
Aphantasia & Design – Looking for Guest Speaker (Paid)
Seeking a guest speaker in design or art to share experiences and strategies for creativity without visual imagery. Paid opportunity!
Acquired Hypohantasia: My “Shadow Visualization” and Atlantis‐Style Imagery
Experiencing faint, shadow-like visuals, I blend dim imagery with verbal cues to navigate memories and enhance learning. Share your journey!