Championing the Full Diversity of Mental Imagery

Embracing the Complexity of the Mind Beyond Reductionist Boundaries

Challenging Reductionist Views

The Mental Imagery Resistance (MIR) is a campaign and awareness platform that defies reductionist perspectives of the mind. We champion neurodiversity and strive for the complete acknowledgment of the full spectrum of mental imagery, imagination, and conscious experience beyond materialist boundaries.

To enable this, The MIR provides a phenomenological framework and calls for a new epistemological paradigm to be fully investigated. This framework names and maps the unspoken vocabulary of first-person experience—the felt reality of a mind that exists but is yet undefined by science. Rather than treating mental imagery as a fixed set of types, this approach understands imagery as a field, in which countless combinations of mental qualities can be mapped, related, and explored.

Ultimately, through advocacy, research and community involvement, the MIR aims to enhance comprehension of the mind's intricate nature and its profound influence on human experience.

The MIR | Mental Vision

Advocating About Neurodiversity

Explore the diverse range mental imagery types recognised by The Mental Imagery Resistance—which we believe can function independently or in combination with other senses.
Auditory Imagery

Auditory Imagery

The ability to mentally hear imagined sounds, voices, or music without external stimuli.

Dream Imagery

 Oneiric Imagery

The mental sensory experiences that occur during sleep, under meditative states and with drug use.

Emotional Imagery

Affective Imagery

The mental representation of emotions and empathy in a sensory-like, non-physical form.

Gustatory Imagery

Gustatory Imagery

The mental recreation of tastes and flavors without the actual consumption of food or drinks.

Introspective Imagery

Introspective Imagery

The mental experience of thoughts, self-reflection, and personal feelings or experiences.

Intraphonic Imagery

Intraphonic Imagery

The mental perception of one's own internal voice, often termed 'inner speech.' or 'inner monologue'.

Intuitive Imagery

Intuitive Imagery

The spontaneous generation of intuitive or instinctive knowledge,  without effort or reason.

Motor Imagery

Motor Imagery

The mental simulation of movement and bodily actions without physical execution.

Musical Imagery

Musical Imagery

The ability to internally imagine melodies, rhythms, or entire compositions.

Olfactory Iamgery

Olfactory Imagery

The mental recreation of scents and smells based on memory and experience.

Somatic Imagery

Somatic Imagery

The mental sensory representation of bodily (visceral) sensations, such as pain, thirst, or tension.

Spatial Imagery

Spatial Imagery

The mental manipulation of imagined objects, distances, and spatial relationships.

Tactile Iamgery

Tactile Imagery

The mental recreation of touch-related sensations, like texture, pressure, or temperature.

Temporal Iamgery

 Temporal Imagery

The mental perception of time, including past, present, and future experiences.

Thermal Iamgery

Thermal Imagery

The mental representation of heat and cold without direct physical stimulus.

Visual Iamgery

Visual Imagery

The mental ability to form, recall, and manipulate images and scenes in the mind.

What is The MIR Mission?

Advocacy for Neurodiversity

We champion diverse mindsets and celebrate unique cognitive experiences.

Education and Awareness

Access insightful materials that deepens the understanding of variation in mental imagery.

Community Engagement

Join a vibrant community fostering discussion and collaboration on mental consciousness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Addressing common queries about our campaign and mission.

What is the Mental Imagery Resistance?

The Mental Imagery Resistance is a campaign group advocating for neurodiversity and recognition of the full range of mental imagery beyond currently accepted and limited frameworks.

Why is mental imagery important?

Mental imagery enriches human experience and creativity, contributing to problem-solving, emotional processing, and overall cognitive function. Empathy for the full diversity of mind is vital.

How can I get involved with the campaign?

You can participate by joining our social media pages, liking and sharing our posts, by sharing our website and online resources, or by volunteering. Contact us via email for more information.

Is the campaign open to everyone?

Absolutely! We warmly welcome anyone passionate about fostering a deeper understanding of diverse minds and the vast spectrum of neurodiversity that enriches our world.

Join the Movement

Take a stand for the recognition of the full spectrum of mental sensory perception. Join us in advocating for neurodiversity and challenging reductionist views of the mind today.