Episode 273: Luminous Beings - Phosphenes, Biophotons, and Autistic Perception

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“Today’s episode explores the phenomenon of phosphenes, the lights many people perceive when their eyes are closed, through the lens of autistic perception. The author of the source article, Jaime Hoerricks, PhD, challenges the conventional medical interpretation of phosphenes as symptoms of pathology, arguing instead for their recognition as a natural and often comforting aspect of sensory experience, particularly for neurodivergent individuals. Dr. Hoerricks highlights István Bókkon's biophoton theory, which posits that phosphenes are literal emissions of light from the visual system, supporting the idea that humans are luminous beings. Ultimately, Dr. Hoerricks advocates for a shift from a deficit-based understanding to one that embraces wonder, naturalness, and the unique ways in which different minds perceive and interact with their internal world.”Here’s the link to the source article: https://open.substack.com/pub/autside/p/we-are-luminous-beings-on-phosphenesLet me know what you think.The AutSide is a reader-supported publication. To support my work, consider becoming a paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit autside.substack.com/subscribe

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