| Here's
an example of one of the 8 exercises included in the Vision
for Life Program. Each of the 8 exercises is described with
step-by-step instructions and detailed illustrations, as
you will see below.
NOTE: For ease of use the Vision for Life program does not
require a computer to perform the exercises and techniques.
All exercises use low-glass laminated charts that are provided
in the program. The following exercise has been modified
for computer demonstration.
Level 1
3 Cups is excellent for improving focus and coordination.
There are three levels to it. You will have plenty of time
to learn each level as you progress at your own pace toward
the final level 3b, so don't become discouraged if you feel
it is difficult to obtain certain images!
#3 - 3 CUPS 1.
Refer to the above image labeled "#3 - 3 CUPS." You
will also need a pen or pencil.
2. Sit relaxed and adjust your chair so that you are 12
to 24 inches from the computer monitor at eye level. If the
image is not perfectly clear to you, that's all right, as
long as you can make out the image.
3. Hold the pen vertically between the two circles approximately
1 inch from the screen. The top of the pen should be at the
same level as the image.
4. Focus on the top of the pen as you slowly bring it toward
your face. (Refer to Figure 3.2 below.) As you bring the
pen closer to your face you will notice the two circles appear
to become three circles. When it appears that the three circles
are all the same shape and proportion, stop moving the pen.
5.
Try to shift your focus from the pen to the center circle.
This may be difficult and could take a few days to master.
If you have trouble doing this, refer to "Troubleshooting" below.
6. Once you can focus on the center circle, move your pen
away while maintaining your focus. Try to see the center
circle as clearly as possible. As you increase your focus
you will notice that the center circle becomes three-dimensional.
It will look as if you were peering down into a Styrofoam
cup. (Refer to Figure 3.3 below.)
7. Your final goal for Level 1 is to look at the two circles
and create the three circles, the center one appearing three-dimensional,
without using your pen. Once you can easily achieve this,
proceed to level 2 as described in the Vision for Life daily
training routine.
Note:
If you have any difficulties see "Troubleshooting" below.
Level
2 & 3: As detailed in the Vision for Life program.
Troubleshooting
for Level 1: a) You have trouble creating the third circle.
Move closer or farther from the monitor. Also, your eyes
may have become tired very quickly, so briefly look away
or perform the Distant Night exercise to refresh your eyes.
b) You see four circles.
Focus closer to the tip of your nose. Bring the pen closer
to your face and keep your eyes focused on it. This should
transform the four circles into three. Another option is
to move a few inches farther from the monitor.
c) You cannot focus on the center circle.
If you can see the center circle but have trouble focusing
on it without the pen, be assured that this is normal when
you're first performing the exercise. Focus on the top
of the pen, then slowly look over it at the center circle.
Keep going back and forth between the two until you are
able to focus on the center circle without the pen. |
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