How you check the level of your stress

 What Do You See? A Spinning Test for Your Mental Health

Have you ever looked at an image and felt like it was moving—even though it was perfectly still? That’s exactly what’s happening in the image above. It’s not magic. It’s not animated. It’s your brain, reacting to what your eyes see—and what your body might be feeling deep inside.

This fascinating image was created by Professor Yamamoto, a neurologist in Japan. It’s more than just a pretty illusion—it’s a simple self-test used in the NCD (Non-Communicable Disease) program to gauge mental and neurological stress.

Here’s what it might mean based on how the image appears to you:

1.   If the image is perfectly still – You’re doing well. Your mind is calm and your body is balanced. 2.   If the circles appear to move slightly – You might be mildly stressed or sleep-deprived. 3.   If the circles are moving slowly – You’re under noticeable stress. Your body is asking for rest. 4.   If the image is spinning constantly – It’s time to pause and care for yourself. You may be under heavy mental or emotional strain and could benefit from professional support.

Isn’t it amazing how something so simple can say so much?

We live in a fast-paced world—always pushing, always performing. Sometimes, our bodies whisper what our minds try to ignore. This image? It’s one of those whispers.

Take a moment today to check in with yourself. How are you really feeling? Not just “fine” or “busy,” but deep down?

Stress doesn’t always scream. Sometimes, it just spins.