Talk about inception. But how much can we expect our senses to improve? That largely depends on how long and hard you train, and how effective your training is. For example, in vision, people are actually able to see at a finer resolution than the spacing between individual receptors in the eye. You can think about this in the terms of pixels in a photo — the more pixels you have, the more details you can see. In the case of hyperacuity, people can see better than the pixel resolution should permit with similar findings across the senses, including touch and audition.
So how on Earth can this occur? In fact, a surprising amount of perception turns out to be determined less by the receptor organ than by the brain. For instance, training your vision to improve does not do anything to alter the photoreceptors in your eye. For instance, if you train perception to improve on one finger of the hand, this learning miraculously spreads to other fingers that are linked in the brain.
The fact that we can train our brains to improve the way we extract sensory information from the world really is good news for all of us.
Not least because our sensory perception declines as we age. On the upside, savvy tech developers and scientists alike have been hard at work franchising this idea — using concepts of perceptual learning to create brain training apps. These apps cannot overcome the problems of sensory degradation caused by faulty or ageing receptors and some are ineffective or based on dubious science. However if designed correctly, they can give you a significant boost.
As you do so try closing your eyes and also listen acutely. Sense the life in your body and feel air on your skin as you breath slowly. Feel the buzz of life within you and on the outer parts of your skin. Closing your eyes can help you detect and enhance specific experiences. If drawing be aware of holding the pencil, if drinking sense the holding of the cup.
Notice complete body experience — sense with every cell as you go about your activities. Even simple tasks such as brushing your teeth: become totally immersed in the activity and slow your thinking.
Pay greater attention and realisation to what you are doing. A brilliant meditation and relaxation exercise is to simply sit with and listen to a plant, tree or flower.
Pay alert attention without analysis. Sense the life in the plant — the peace — the way it grows from silence and stillness. Sense its contentment at living.
Notice the colours, shapes and growth. Notice how the leaves grow in different directions without fighting each other; seeking out light and air. Imagine the roots — sense the strength and how they intertwine with the planet.
Imagine also the following question — could I have made this? Marvel at its beauty! Another great technique for silencing the mind and becoming relaxed. Watch clouds drift, listen intently to birds singing and sense the wind. A great eye exercise; alternating your focus. See how quickly your eyes can adjust to light, detail, sharpness and how quickly it recognises shapes and objects. Look all around rather than simply up and down; slow your gaze, drink in the surroundings and notice minute detail in objects.
Closely explore the detail on your hands; sense the intricate marks, scars, lines, hairs. Notice the aging, browning and wrinkles! Sense the temporary nature of your skin and body. Think back to a time when it looked smoother assuming you are older! Move your fingers and hands slowly and observe the fascinating way everything works and start to appreciate how incredibly complex and fortunate we are!
Could you make what you are seeing any other way than through being human? Acknowledge strong smells, light fragrances, smells coming and going. See how many you can identify. A great way to explore shapes and textures — simply sense with the hands. Feel hardness, smoothness, softness, flexibility, bumpy, flat, curvy, elasticity.
Stay hydrated. A dry mouth will diminish your sense of smell and taste. A nicotine habit will diminish your sense of smell for the long-term by damaging your olfactory nerves. Stub out those cigarettes for good, and your nose will slowly restore itself. Stay away from the bottomless margaritas on your next night out so you can actually enjoy your appetizers. Sometimes, losing your sense of smell is a symptom of something more sinister.
Meet with your doctor or an allergist to learn what the underlying cause of your symptoms could be. They may recommend lifestyle changes or switch up any medications that list scent loss as a side effect. Check out our line of essential oil products here , all designed to awaken your senses.
FREE U. What are the Common Causes of Loss of Smell? Smoking: Tobacco smoke kills the brain cells that interpret scent information and diminishes your sense of smell, especially in the first thirty minutes after a cigarette. Respiratory infection: Nasal congestion inflames the inner lining of your nose and temporarily impacts your sense of smell. Allergies: Seasonal allergies leave you stuffed up and less able to smell. Dental Problems: Oral health issues like gingivitis and gum disease can harm your sense of taste and smell.
Sometimes the medications used to treat them include loss of smell as a side effect. Vitamin Deficiencies: A lack of vitamins such as A, B6, B12, and zinc are associated with a diminished sense of smell.
Can You Reverse Loss of Smell? How to Improve Your Sense of Smell: 7 Scientifically Proven Ways Just as pumping iron helps you build muscle, putting your nose through its paces can improve or even restore your sense of smell. Reestablish Your Baseline with Scent Elimination Exercises One way to enhance your ability to smell is by taking strong scents out of your life—at least temporarily.
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