Visualization
For behavioural health change and longevity
The experts we follow agree on this.
Visualization can help motivate healthy changes and support emotional well-being.
Who is behind it
Voices including a performance scientist with a psychology PhD, a molecular biology PhD and a registered holistic nutritionist.
How strong the research is
Mostly expert experience so far, with published research still catching up.
In their words
“I would do specific exercises that would include visualization and elevating my emotional state and for a prolonged period of time and I would notice that my sensory perception would change slightly”
a licensed acupuncturist and clinician-educator
Visualization helps the brain prepare by simulating physical experience, aiding neuroplasticity and performance.
Visualizing the person you want to become helps maintain focus and motivation to continue fasting.
a molecular biology PhDown brandHelps build a connection to the baby and supports mental health and birth preparation.
a registered holistic nutritionistsponsoredVisualization alone is fantasy without action; effort is necessary to achieve goals
Visualization helps because the brain does not distinguish much between actual physical experience and imagined or visualized scenarios, aiding performance.
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How this reading was made
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