focused imagery
[ˈfoʊkəst ˈɪmədʒri]
nounpl: focused imagery (uncountable)
imaginação focada
1. A mental technique involving the deliberate creation and concentration on specific mental images or visualizations to achieve a particular goal, such as improved performance, healing, or relaxation.
Athletes often use focused imagery to mentally rehearse their performance before competition.
Atletas frequentemente usam imaginação focada para ensaiar mentalmente seu desempenho antes da competição.
2. In psychology and therapy, the practice of directing one's attention to particular visual or sensory mental representations.
The therapist recommended focused imagery as part of the stress management program.
O terapeuta recomendou imaginação focada como parte do programa de gerenciamento de estresse.
3. In cognitive therapy and sports psychology, a controlled visualization technique used to enhance mental performance and emotional regulation.
Focused imagery helped the patient overcome anxiety by visualizing calm and peaceful scenarios.
A imaginação focada ajudou o paciente a superar a ansiedade visualizando cenários calmos e tranquilos.
Focused imagery is widely practiced in both American and Brazilian wellness and sports communities. In the USA, it is commonly integrated into athletic training programs, therapy, and corporate wellness initiatives. In Brazil, it is increasingly recognized in psychological practice and sports psychology (psicologia do esporte), particularly among elite athletes and in therapeutic contexts for anxiety and stress management.
Related Idioms & Phrases
mind's eye - the visual part of the imagination
see in one's mind - to visualize or imagine something mentally
paint a picture - to create a mental image through description
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