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In [[psychology]], [[Visualization (psychology)|visualization]] is the process of creating mental images or rehearsing movements in your mind. It's also known as mental imagery.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=what+is+visualization+in+psychology&oq=what+is+visualization+in+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDQgAEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyDQgAEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyDQgBEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyBwgCEAAYgAQyBggDEEUYOTIHCAQQABiABDIHCAUQABiABDIHCAYQABiABDIHCAcQABiABDIHCAgQABiABDIGCAkQLhhA0gEINjI4NmowajGoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 What is visualization in psychology?]</ref>

In [[psychology]], [[Visualization (psychology)|visualization]] is the process of creating mental images or rehearsing movements in your mind. It's also known as mental imagery.<ref>[https://www.google.com/search?q=what+is+visualization+in+psychology&oq=what+is+visualization+in+&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDQgAEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyDQgAEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyDQgBEAAYkQIYgAQYigUyBwgCEAAYgAQyBggDEEUYOTIHCAQQABiABDIHCAUQABiABDIHCAYQABiABDIHCAcQABiABDIHCAgQABiABDIGCAkQLhhA0gEINjI4NmowajGoAgiwAgE&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 What is visualization in psychology?]</ref>

Visualization is often used in [[sport psychology]] where the athlete mentally rehearses a perfect performance. Research indicates that people who engage in positive visualization tend to exhibit higher levels of self-[[confidence]] and they are more apt to pursue their goals with determination.<ref>[https://quenza.com/blog/visualization-exercises/#:~:text=Research%20has%20shown%20that%20individuals,psychology%20to%20improve%20athletic%20performance. Harness the Power Within: With Effective Visualization Exercises]</ref><ref>[https://leaders.com/articles/personal-growth/visualization/ 8 Visualization Strategies That Make Your Goals a Reality]</ref> Visualization is also used for [[stress management]] and [[anxiety]] reduction.<ref>[https://modernrecoveryservices.com/wellness/coping/skills/cognitive/visualization/#:~:text=Goal%20achievement.%20One%20key%20benefit%20of%20visualization,increasing%20the%20likelihood%20of%20achieving%20desired%20outcomes.Visualization: Definition, Benefits, and Techniques], Modern Recovery</ref>

Visualization is often used in [[sport psychology]] where the athlete mentally rehearses a perfect performance. Research indicates that people who engage in positive visualization tend to exhibit higher levels of [[self-confidence]] and they are more apt to pursue their goals with determination.<ref>[https://quenza.com/blog/visualization-exercises/#:~:text=Research%20has%20shown%20that%20individuals,psychology%20to%20improve%20athletic%20performance. Harness the Power Within: With Effective Visualization Exercises]</ref><ref>[https://leaders.com/articles/personal-growth/visualization/ 8 Visualization Strategies That Make Your Goals a Reality]</ref> Visualization is also used for [[stress management]] and [[anxiety]] reduction.<ref>[https://modernrecoveryservices.com/wellness/coping/skills/cognitive/visualization/#:~:text=Goal%20achievement.%20One%20key%20benefit%20of%20visualization,increasing%20the%20likelihood%20of%20achieving%20desired%20outcomes.Visualization: Definition, Benefits, and Techniques], Modern Recovery</ref>

== Overcoming and facing fears ==

== Overcoming and facing fears ==