THIS optical illusion of a sailor and his wife has baffled puzzle lovers everywhere, and most of them couldn’t see the face hiding in the shadows.
Only those with 20/20 vision and a high IQ will be able to locate the woman within nine seconds.
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Can you spot a sailor’s wife in nine seconds? Credit: Playbuzz
The painting shows a sailor looking out to sea in search of his wife; little does he know, she is closer than he imagined.
It is said that only one percent of people can see a woman’s face.
Can you?
Optical illusions such as this are effective in keeping the puzzlers’ minds active and testing concentration levels and eyesight.
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Some say they changed the way they perceive things, while others claim they made them smarter.
How did you start looking for a wife?
Here’s a tip: try turning the picture upside down.
You should be able to see her face, staring straight at her husband.
If you’re still struggling, scroll down to see the solution.
You will find it between the sailor’s legs and the telescope stand.
Anyone can see a fleet of green cars, but you have 20-20 vision if you spot the odd one out in less than 15 seconds
While you’re here, why not try a few more puzzles? Make your brain really work!
Take a look at the image below and see if you can spot the lost headphones without anyone’s help.
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You might have 20/20 vision if you can spot your lost headphones
Anyone can see vegetables, but it is said that only one percent of people can find the hidden utensils in less than five seconds.
Many types of colorful vegetables are distracting, making the task especially difficult.
But if you have a sharp mind, you may have no problem locating the headphones.
Are you struggling? Try to scan the image in parts and be sure to pay attention to every nook and cranny.
How did you go?
If you don’t see them, scroll to the bottom of the page for a solution.
Now try to find the faces of the two men eaten by the dragon in this optical illusion.
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The dragon had already eaten two men; can you see their faces
Quick, now! You only have five seconds.
You will see the man in the picture raising his sword towards a fierce looking dragon, who himself is ready to attack.
The mythical creature has already eaten two other humans – it’s up to you to find their faces.
If you haven’t found them yet, here’s a clue that might help: the two faces aren’t on the dragon’s body.
You will find them circled in the image below.
Now for one last optical illusion, to make sure your brain is really working hard.
Here’s a fitting Chinese New Year brain teaser.
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Try to find the dragon hiding in this Chinese New Year puzzle
Everyone can see the snakes in the picture, but can you spot the hidden dragon?
If you can, you may only have 20/20 vision.
This year is the year of the dragon according to the Chinese lunar calendar, so finding a fire-breathing creature could be a good sign.
You’ll have to wade through a multitude of zodiac animals, fireworks, flags, money and lanterns to see the Chinese dragon – a symbol of strength, energy and vitality.
If the image is too confusing, take this advice: the dragon, like its snake friend, is green.
Still can’t find the dragon? Scroll down to see the solution.
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The sailor’s wife was right in front of him the whole time Credit: Playbuzz
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You will see the headphones circled in red
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There are faces!
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The dragon was hiding in plain sight
How can optical illusions help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brain teasers can have many cognitive benefits as they can stimulate different regions of the brain. Some benefits include:
- Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
- Problem Solving Skills: Regular practice improves analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Memory Enhancement: These challenges often require recall and can contribute to better memory functioning.
- Creativity: they encourage thinking outside the box, encourage creativity and innovative thought processes.
- Focus and attention: working on optical illusions and brain teasers requires concentration, which contributes to improved focus.
- Stress Relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
- Neuroplasticity: The brain’s ability to adapt and form new connections can be promoted through these mental exercises.
Categories: Optical Illusion
Source: HIS Education