Visualization is the act and consequence of visualizing . This verb , for its part, refers to mentally developing the image of something abstract, to giving visible characteristics to that which is not seen or to representing issues of another nature through images.
For example: "The boss asked me to create some graphs so that the visualization of the data is clearer" , "The programmers are working on a visualization interface" , "The psychologist recommended that I try to visualize what I intend to achieve." » .
Scientific visualization
The conversion of abstract information into images is called scientific visualization . In this way, through this visualization it is possible to achieve a representation of reality. Suppose an automobile manufacturer wants to analyze how one of its vehicles would react if it hits a wall while traveling at 100 kilometers per hour .
For this, a group of experts enters various variables into a computer and develops a scientific visualization of the possible consequences of such a crash.
Help in different treatments
In the same way, we cannot forget the existence of many other types of visualization. Specifically, among them is, for example, what is called guided visualization .
Under that term there is a tool that has the clear objective of fighting against the symptoms that generate arthritis and other disorders. And it does so through a very simple procedure: the patient is asked to visualize situations, objects, places or sensations that evoke feelings of peace, relaxation, relief...
It is considered, therefore, to be a way to find well-being simply by resorting to what the mind is. And that is something that can be achieved, according to the opinion, not only in the case of the aforementioned arthritis but also for many other diseases. What's more, it is established that thanks to this type of visualization you can reduce stress levels, lose weight, reduce blood pressure and certain chronic pain...
Visualization to improve self-esteem
In the same way, it is determined that guided visualization is also a great tool to help a person significantly improve their self-esteem. And also to achieve other advantages like these:
-Recharge yourself with energy.
-Improve mood.
-Let go of negative thoughts and feelings that you may have.
-Reduce your levels of anxiety or nervousness.
-End insomnia problems.
-Getting to feel much better about yourself.
-Improve quality of life.
Motivational technique
The idea of creative visualization , on the other hand, is used in the field of psychology . It is a motivational technique that invites a person to "see" in their mind what they intend to achieve.
Those who defend the validity of this technique affirm that creative visualization helps configure thinking so that the subject directs his ideas and actions towards the goal. If an athlete plans to run a marathon, therefore, he or she should engage in creative visualization and imagine what it would be like to cross the finish line. The positive feelings generated by visualization can contribute to motivation.