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The Surprising Strengths of Aphantasia: Embracing a World Without Mental Images

When I first heard about aphantasia, I was equally incredulous. The idea of being unable to see mental images seemed dystopian, like living in a world without colour. But as I delved deeper, I realised that aphantasia is a unique and curious way to experience the world. Those who are aphantasic may possess hidden strengths. […]

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How Aphantasia Shapes Perception: Navigating the World Without Mental Visualization

Yesterday, I had an interesting conversation with my friends about the power of visualization. They were talking about how visualizing their goals and dreams had helped them achieve success in their lives. I listened to their stories, fascinated but unable to relate to their experience. As someone with aphantasia, the idea of creating mental images […]

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