ABSTRACT
Visualisation is the conjuring up of images in our mind's eye. We frequently have images in our minds but we are not actively bringing them to mind and using them purposefully, in a controlled and constructive way. Visualisation harnesses the power of our right hemisphere – which thinks in pictures, giving it an opportunity to develop and by doing so quieten the overbearing left hemisphere. Visualisation can be used to develop our sense of happiness/well-being/make ourself laugh and create joy inside ourself and to develop resilience/inner strength/protect self. Visualising black can be deeply relaxing and is also beneficial for vision. It involves an exercise called "palming" which according to Meir Schneider in his book Vision for Life (2012) helps to quiet the mind and relax the eyes. Visualisation can be used to help protect ourself from difficult people and situations.
