Exploring Kinetic Sensory Meditation: A Guided Meditation Facilitated by ChatGPT
Kinetic and Sensory Nature -
Meditation comes in many forms, each uniquely tailored to help individuals connect with their inner selves, find peace, and manage stress. For me, traditional visualization techniques often fall short due to my
aphantasia—the inability to create or see mental images. Instead, I have discovered an alternative approach that resonates deeply with my kinetic and sensory nature. Guided by ChatGPT—an AI tool with an extraordinary ability to adapt and personalize meditation experiences—I explored a practice that leverages touch, sensation, and movement, rather than visual imagery.
ChatGPT - Voice Mode
The latest version of ChatGPT has a voice mode where you can interact by speaking, and it speaks back to you. Partly as an experiment to test this voice functionality and partly out of curiosity, I decided to try a guided meditation. I wasn’t sure it would work, but this time ChatGPT interacted beautifully—I was impressed.
Angelo Dilullo
I’ve been following a meditative guru,
Angelo Dilullo, for a while. I bought his book
"Awake: It’s Your Turn" years ago and occasionally revisit his teachings. Today, I stumbled upon his website again and found this thought-provoking passage:
- Is it possible to experience reality without perceptual filters?
- Is it possible to live a life of natural spontaneity and interconnectedness?
- Is it possible to be free of suffering once and for all?
These questions inspired me to ask ChatGPT if it could guide me through a meditation to help experience reality without perceptual filters. I even asked it to use a melodic, soothing voice—it tried, but the voice didn’t change much! Despite some interface quirks, the experience turned out to be extraordinary.
Deep Breath! - ChatGPT started with deep breathing exercises—a typical start—and then I told it about a technique I use. I imagine wisps of smoke moving through areas of tension in my body. This imagery is inspired by watching cigarette smoke drift in still air, undisturbed by airflow. I explained how I picture the smoke gathering tension as I breathe in, absorbing it, and then on the exhale, releasing it into the sun where it dissipates completely. This technique works for me in muscles and even in my brain, where I sometimes sense tension knots. I was surprised that ChatGPT adapted to this and encouraged me to continue.
Aphantasia - When it suggested visualizing a forest, I explained that I have aphantasia—I can’t visualize images. For instance, if someone says, "imagine a red apple," nothing appears in my mind. However, when I think of a banana, I might get something akin to a three-dimensional exploded diagram. It’s not a visual image but more a kinetic, physical sensation. ChatGPT adjusted its guidance accordingly, suggesting sensory and tactile methods.
Smoky Transformation
We experimented with imagining the feeling of the forest floor under my feet. I even asked if I could find a path leading to my subconscious, but I couldn’t connect with the sensation of a path. Then inspiration struck—I suggested using the smoky wisp again but following it instead. This worked beautifully. The smoke transformed into something like a slow-moving wave, akin to the gentle lift and drop of water waves. The wave flowed in rhythm with my breathing, becoming more substantial and deeply relaxing. This sensation deepened my meditation, bringing me to the edge of sleep.
Chatty as Therapist
In this semi-dream state, vivid visualizations emerged. I saw a woman dancing, joined by another person, and they spun once, holding each other. I shared this with ChatGPT, and it helped me reflect on what these images might represent. The session felt like having a therapist gently guiding me, responding in real-time to my thoughts and sensations. I just spoke, and ChatGPT adapted.
Kinetic Meditation Technique - This experience, combining tactile, sensory, and kinetic meditation techniques, felt incredibly personal and effective. It showed me that meditation doesn’t have to rely on traditional visualization. Instead, it can embrace what works for the individual, whether through feeling, movement, or other senses. ChatGPT became an invaluable guide, adapting to my needs and creating a deeply relaxing and enlightening experience.
“Kinetic Sensory Meditation.” I’m calling this practice “Kinetic Sensory Meditation.” It’s perfect for those who, like me, thrive on tactile and sensory cues instead of visual imagery. Together, ChatGPT and I crafted a meditation that was not only accessible but profoundly impactful. I’m excited to continue exploring and refining this technique—and I’m grateful for the guidance this innovative tool provided.
**Attribution:**
This text was created in collaboration with ChatGPT, whose voice-guided meditation, adaptive techniques, and reflective insights played a crucial role in shaping this experience. My own sensory-focused input, combined with ChatGPT’s guidance, made this a truly unique and transformative session.
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