when we think of an object, we mostly get a very clear image in our heads of what we‘re thinking of. So why is it that for most of us, it is very difficult to draw it when we want to ?

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when we think of an object, we mostly get a very clear image in our heads of what we‘re thinking of. So why is it that for most of us, it is very difficult to draw it when we want to ?

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I actually see very, very little in my minds eye. I always thought this was normal, until I started hearing about it last year. It’s called aphantasia, but it’s also an ability they can be improved on. I’ve made some small strides myself, but still find it very lacking.