Understanding Lens Flare: Causes and Observations | Light Phenomenon Explained

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the phenomenon of lens flare as experienced in human vision, particularly when observing street lights and other bright sources. Participants explore the causes and perceptions of lens flare, including personal experiences and potential physiological factors. The scope includes both subjective observations and possible scientific explanations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant describes seeing purple rings and particle scattering around street lights, suggesting a deeper perception of light as energy rather than just illumination.
  • Another participant notes that the phenomenon seems more pronounced during periods of sleep deprivation or altered states of consciousness.
  • A different participant mentions that star-like flares can be associated with conditions such as astigmatism or cataracts, recommending a visit to an ophthalmologist for a professional assessment.
  • There is a shared sentiment regarding the beauty of nature and the appreciation of visual details, with one participant expressing confidence in their vision despite the described phenomena.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying perspectives on the causes of lens flare, with some attributing it to physiological conditions while others focus on subjective experiences. There is no consensus on the underlying mechanisms or the necessity of medical evaluation.

Contextual Notes

Some claims about physiological conditions and their effects on vision remain unverified, and the discussion includes personal interpretations that may not align with established medical understanding.

Who May Find This Useful

This discussion may be of interest to individuals curious about visual phenomena, those experiencing similar visual effects, or anyone exploring the intersection of perception and consciousness.

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Hey I've been looking around about lens flare's within the eye. well not necessarily lens flares, but the category it falls under and what exactly is it. Just wondering if anyone here know's where I can find it or tell me what exactly it is and causes it. Basically when I look at street light's (white street lights) I can see purple ring around it, or if I see like yellow street lights or pole lights, I can see the particles scatter around it. Been searching for a while, but nothing really on it.

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Kinda like something like this.
I also see it mostly when I don't sleep or on some sort of drug (makes it stand out more than usual)
I'm not really looking for answers such as glaucoma or stuff like that, just the science or physics behind it.

Like I used to go on walks a lot and listen to music just to clear my toughts, and just observe and I'm guessing it might be your unconscious viewing the light in a whole new perspective, Cause light's are not light's from the way I view them anymore, It's more like energy, Or perhaps and observing adaption. The more you focus on the light the more you start to see. (repeat)

If you start out seeing a light see like a halo type ring form,
Then the more you observe it you see halo within a halo,
Then you can start seeing from far away, rainbow type spectrum within the halo's,
Then you see the particles.

I can also let's say stare at a white wall, while in a meditative state and put my attention (not actually think) on the color blue, the wall starts turning blue, and the more I focus, The stronger it gets.

This is a better view of it.

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^^ This one's more of the particle type I'm trying to explain about. Except for the particles surround the light in a circle or oval type pattern, and their's a lot... Stand's out quite a bit.
 
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What category do you guys think this falls under? I've been searching forever and can't find it. It's more aware when I haven't slept for a while, or was in a deep trance, or on some sort of stimulant.
 
A good friend has had radial keratotomy (and regrets it) and has star-like flares at night. Simpler flares can be due to astigmatism, while others can be due to blockages/distortions caused by cataracts. I suggest you get your eyes looked at by an ophthalmologist (not an optometrist). They are trained to recognize physical/medical conditions that optometrists can miss. Good luck.
 
turbo said:
A good friend has had radial keratotomy (and regrets it) and has star-like flares at night. Simpler flares can be due to astigmatism, while others can be due to blockages/distortions caused by cataracts. I suggest you get your eyes looked at by an ophthalmologist (not an optometrist). They are trained to recognize physical/medical conditions that optometrists can miss. Good luck.

My vision is Great, for some reason I feel as though it may be better than most, i love the beauty nature, looking at the textures, movements, reflections, energy. An ophthalmologist might be a bit too expensive for me atm though, so Imma take my chances and hope for the good. If there is a problem. Thanks
 

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