• The Fountain: Best scenes for Hyper-Phantasia in Autism [Feat. Rebecca]

  • Jun 17 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 53 mins
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The Fountain: Best scenes for Hyper-Phantasia in Autism [Feat. Rebecca]

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  • Let our sponsor, BetterHelp, connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/dsp and enjoy a special discount on your first month. Today's podcast dives into hyperphantasia, a condition where people have extremely vivid imagery. We’re joined by special guest and children's book author Rebecca Vitsmun, who will discuss her book and share insights from her favorite movie featuring Hugh Jackman and Rachel Weisz. 🎙️📚🍎 Rebecca explains hyperphantasia using vivid imagery exercises. Can you imagine an apple? Its color, the stem, the juice as you cut it? This ability to visualize vividly is common among folks on the autism spectrum. We explore how hyperphantasia can be both a creative escape and a source of anxiety. Rebecca shares how vivid visualizations can lead to hyperfixations on anxious or fearful thoughts, like worrying about loved ones or worst-case scenarios for children. Dr. Naz and Rebecca discuss grounding techniques and how to support children with hyperphantasia. We reference scenes from "The Fountain" where Hugh Jackman's character visualizes his deceased wife, demonstrating how vivid imagery can help process grief and memories. Rebecca's favorite movie helped her heal from obsessive visualizations, a common struggle for those with hyperphantasia. We hope you find today's podcast educational and insightful. Don't forget to check out Rebecca's book, "Eliza Dee's Universe," which offers a unique perspective on living with hidden disabilities. 🌟📖🧠 Join us for this fascinating discussion on hyperphantasia, its impacts, and how to support those experiencing it. Enjoy the ride! 🚀 Thanks for checking out Different Spectrums! We're a podcast led by licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who explore emotions in movies and shows. Our goal is to normalize mental health challenges and promote understanding. To find our new guest: Rebecca Vitsmun https://www.instagram.com/rvitsmun/ https://www.amazon.com/Eliza-Universes-Rebecca-Finch-Vitsmun/dp/1839195258/ref=sr_1_1?tag=snx78-20 0:00 Attention 0:54 Sponsorship 1:57 Intro 6:06 Scenes 29:36 Discussion We'd love to hear your ideas for future episodes and connect with you on social media. Find us here: https://linktr.ee/different_spectrums Don't forget to use our links for discounts with our partner companies: ONO Roller https://onoroller.com?sca_ref=5082016.VIt4Svd8Ng Bubs Naturals https://www.bubsnaturals.com/?discount=DSP20 Two Nerds Candle https://twonerdscandle.com/DSP Cat and Raven Designs https://catandravendesigns.com/differentspectrumspodcast Toynk https://toynk.com/DIFFERENTSPECTRUMSPODCAST Remember, our podcast isn't therapy. If you need help, please seek professional assistance or call an emergency hotline. I appreciate your interest in our podcast, Different Spectrums. Our mission is to provide engaging and informative content that promotes understanding and normalizes mental health challenges. We are a group of licensed therapists and neurodivergent individuals who use our unique perspectives and experiences to explore emotions portrayed in movies and shows. #podcast #therapy #psychology #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalillness #mentalhealthmatters #autismawareness #actuallyautistic #autism #neurodiversity #selfcare #selflove #anxietyawareness #depressionawareness #TheFountain #DarrenAronofsky #HughJackman #RachelWeisz #SciFiDrama #EternalLove #LifeAndDeath #CinematicMasterpiece #VisuallyStunning #Reincarnation #PhilosophicalFilm #TimelessLove #ExistentialJourney #EpicStorytelling #CultClassic --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/different-spectrums/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/different-spectrums/support
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