Yes, there are levels to aphantasia. Here's a typical example of an apple seen by different minds. The average mind is around level 3.
Reaching level 1 requires training. Our brain, with its energy-saving behavior, has no need to perfectly recall how an apple looks. It only stores enough information to make you recognize an apple when you see one.
It's why drawing from imagination is impossible as a novice (sans gifted individuals). You need to build up your visual library through observation beforehand.
I don't know if you can train yourself out of aphantasia. Probably?
Reaching level 1 requires training. Our brain, with its energy-saving behavior, has no need to perfectly recall how an apple looks. It only stores enough information to make you recognize an apple when you see one.
It's why drawing from imagination is impossible as a novice (sans gifted individuals). You need to build up your visual library through observation beforehand.
I don't know if you can train yourself out of aphantasia. Probably?
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