The “Eye Test” is the newest challenge to go viral on the internet, which has a way of attracting us with its visual riddles and brainteasers. In this trickily easy task, players must count how many times the letter “m” occurs in a grid of “ns.”
While the grid first seems to be a simple arrangement of lowercase “ns,” there are really a few well positioned “ms” that are easy to miss. This exam is intended to test your patience, visual awareness, and attention to detail.
What makes these tests so widely used, then? For starters, they appeal to our natural want to test our skills and find solutions to difficulties. They also offer an interesting and entertaining method to break up the day’s routine and give our brains a much-needed exercise. The thrill of discovering the answer, particularly when it appears mysterious, is another factor.                     This puzzle’s psychology is amazing. Because of the way our brains are trained to detect patterns, they immediately create a pattern when they see a grid full of “n”s and assume it will continue. Because of this, it is considerably more difficult to recognize the minute variations that represent a “m.” Slowing down and closely examining each character is difficult because it forces our brains to go from automatically recognizing patterns to paying close attention to details.
How did you do, then? You deserve congrats if you were able to identify every “m”! You have a good focus and an excellent eye for detail. For those who found it difficult, it might be an indication to slow down and engage in mindfulness exercises when paying close attention to details is essential.
More than simply a pleasant entertainment, these kinds of eye exams are an excellent method to maintain mental agility and improve ability to think. Thus, accept the challenge and compare your performance!