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In this episode we explore the topic of memory from the perspective of memory deficiency and specific conditions, situations, and disorders that play a role. We spend much of the episode trying to figure out exactly what SDAM is. I have never had a good handle on it, and it seems to get more confusing the deeper you go. In the end, we get a little closer to understanding the reasons why it is so confusing and we discover its strange and interesting link to aphantasia.

Susie McKinnon Article - In a Perpetual Present https://www.wired.com/2016/04/susie-mckinnon-autobiographical-memory-sdam/

Clive Wearing's Diary https://diariesofnote.com/2024/01/08/i-wake-for-the-first-time/

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In this episode, Drew Lamm shares beautiful insights about aphantasia and writing and life. We talk about following the pen, some shortcomings of education, delighting in quietness, and more. Drew shares a beautiful piece that she wrote about her experiences with aphantasia that I think deserves to be heard by every person on the planet. Even though she has aphantasia, Drew perfectly understands the power of visuals in writing and does it so well.

There are a few issues with the sound but please ignore those blips as this is one you won't want to miss.

Check out Drews writing sessions at http://www.tltwriting.com/  
And Taste Life Twice Writing on FB and Instagram. 

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In this episode we discover how Elena DeLisle's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Elena is a musician and music teacher. She has Aphantasia and SDAM and can't remember if she could visualize as a child. She can't tell if her dreams are visual, and she wonders if it's harder for people with Aphantasia to grieve.

Check out some of the musical groups Elena plays in:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564951931301

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564407394882

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090780050414

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In this episode we discover how Caitlyn's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Caitlyn can't visualize with her eyes closed nor can she hear other people's voices in her mind. It's always just her own voice... unless it's a song for some reason.... yeah, her mind is very selective about what it will and will not do. 

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In this episode we discover how Stacy Fahrion's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Stacy is a very talented and accomplished musician. She has aphantasia, SDAM, and is face blind. In addition, she doesn't have an inner voice, nor can she experience any of the other senses in her mind. She hardly ever remembers dreaming and is quite good at chess. A very interesting interview indeed!

Check out Stacy's work at:
 https://www.whimsicallymacabre.com/

https://whimsicallymacabre.bandcamp.com/

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In this episode, Shane and Cole attempt to discuss everything, old and new, about aphantasia and give a basic overview of the phenomenon. They discuss why it took so long for research and interest in aphantasia to gain momentum, the latest research on areas of the brain that may contribute to aphantasia, the VVIQ, and much more!

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Check out the VVIQ here:
https://aphantasia.com/study/vviq/

Here are the articles we discuss:
https://www.quantamagazine.org/what-happens-in-a-mind-that-cant-see-mental-images-20240801/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEwlV5leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHevdrYttCEUe7dBeoDZM_75eXpJCTqEq9u6Z9SrCGTnbibFXQpCysj4KaQ_aem_y17QaNv0f1ryUSwxwae_Kg

https://www.psypost.org/aphantasia-linked-to-abnormal-brain-responses-to-imagined-and-observed-actions/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEwlFlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHWLoNUm8L86Z0VvBXQXwzqLGeF0vNxH28MfDYENL8nqUKMCag3H938Q99g_aem_dxFEO1m6MFmmBwz5dF0nVQ

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In part 2 we discover more about how Brett Kelley's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Brett talks about how imagining a mouse playing the violin worked better than counting sheep, how his mind serves up memories like orders at a deli, and how he used his imagination to help him memorize things in school.

Check out Brett's work on Instagram, Ko-Fi (online shop) and Reddit, all under the handle “BKArtWorks”

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In part 1 we discover how Brett Kelley's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Brett can imagine what it's like to be a chicken. He discusses how he used to use alcohol to calm his mind to fall asleep, as well as his "Calvin & Hobbes moments" as a kid.

Check out Brett's work on Instagram, Ko-Fi (online shop) and Reddit, all under the handle “BKArtWorks”

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In this episode we discover how Paula Puffer's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. The second guest in a row describes seeing images on the back of her eyelids which is separate and different from her mind's eye. But this time, it looks like old movies. Paula describes how she can feel popcorn in her mouth but not in her hands in her mind, and how her mind is like a rolodex. Oh, and "I smell dead people."

Check out Paula's projects at:
https://www.juicyjournaling.com

https://youtube.com/@juicyjournaling

https://instagram.com/juicyjournaling

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Here is a link to the apple graph, the nature picture, and the carnival picture. https://www.shanesbraindomain.com/aphantasia

You could be on the podcast with YouPhantasia! Record and submit your input. https://www.shanesbraindomain.com/youphantasia

Join our Discovering Your Mind Facebook group and participate in discussions, questions, and more. https://www.facebook.com/groups/316476481204107/

We appreciate your support! Here are 3 easy ways you can support the show financially:
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In this episode we discover how Daniel Faust's mind's eye works using the Discovering Your Mind Protocol. Daniel explains that what sees with his eyes closed and what he sees in his mind's eye are two separate things. He also has trouble experiencing audio and visuals at the same time in his mind, and when he imagines flying, he follows driving routes and traffic rules.

If you would like to learn more about Daniel's work with veterans, visit https://learn-n-live.us/

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Here is a link to the apple graph, the nature picture, and the carnival picture. https://www.shanesbraindomain.com/aphantasia

You could be on the podcast with YouPhantasia! Record and submit your input. https://www.shanesbraindomain.com/youphantasia

Join our Discovering Your Mind Facebook group and participate in discussions, questions, and more. https://www.facebook.com/groups/316476481204107/

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