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> is, apparently, not a metaphor for some (most?) people. I take it you have aphantasia then? I wouldn't say it's "not a metaphor," as it's clearly not literal

> is, apparently, not a metaphor for some (most?) people. I take it you have aphantasia then? I wouldn't say it's "not a metaphor," as it's clearly not literal, but yes, most of the population can see at least faint images in their minds with some effort or when unfocused (daydreaming). The detail of the image and effort required to contruct and maintain it exists on a spectrum. But yes, people with visual imaginations have all "seen" images that have never been physically produced.

TeMPOraL 2y ago
> I take it you have aphantasia then? Yes, I do. Which is why I am always fascinated by the many things I could never understand, or thought were metaphorical, that turn out to be literal for those who can visualize. Like, how my parents and teachers couldn't comprehend why I was bored out of my mind by books with lots of scenery descriptions (which I had to skip to stay with the book) - they said they were the beautiful, important, most enjoyable bits, that made the world vivid, etc. Turns out they are... if you have the ability to visualize stuff. Had I learned about aphantasia as a kid, instead of adult, it would've saved me a lot of heartache growing up.