What you see first in optical illusion can tell whether you're 'logical or creative person' - The Mirror

What you see first in optical illusion can tell whether you're 'logical or creative person'What you see first in this optical illusion, a duck or a rabbit, can help determine whether you are

a 'logical' or 'creative' person, according to a psychologistCommentsNewsAriane Sohrabi-Shiraz Acting Deputy Editor Social News08:30, 01 Jun 2025Updated 10:15, 01 Jun 2025Not everyone sees

the same thing first (stock image)(Image: Getty Images) Some people believe certain optical illusions can be used to reveal hidden personality traits you might have. These personality tests

involve looking at an image that can be viewed as several different things, and see what you see first.

These tests, which are based on psychology, are a fun way of learning more about yourself. Take this one below, this has actually been used for more than 100 years.

‌ The optical illusion has recently caused a debate online again, after it was shared by psychologist Marina Neuralean on TikTok. She shared the famous sketch, and asked whether people saw a

rabbit or a duck in the image first.

‌ If you see a rabbit first, she explains it's more likely your left brain hemisphere is "more dominant". This could mean your "mathematical abilities" and "talent for logical step-by-step

thinking are often admired by others". She continued: "You excel at tasks requiring precision, such as writing, reading and calculating and you possess outstanding analytical skills."

What do you see first?(Image: Wikimedia ) In addition, the psychologist claims those who see the rabbit first value "clarity and structure" and love solving "complex problems" and enjoy

finding "clear answers".

Article continues below Meanwhile, if you saw a duck first, Marina says your "right brain hemisphere is probably more dominant". According to the psychologist, this means you're a "creative

person with strong intuition" and have a "vivid imagination".

She continued: "You love to express emotions through visuals, and love to dream and explore new ideas. You're inspired by music, painting and other forms of self-expression that allow for

creative thinking." She also said you find joy in "unconventional solutions" which bring "vibrancy to everyday life".

Content cannot be displayed without consent‌ In the comment section there were a mix of people who saw the rabbit and the duck first - and those who could only see one of the animals. "There

is no rabbit I swear," said one person. "I'm still searching for the rabbit!!" added another.

Another wrote: "I saw a duck first then the rabbit," and similarly someone else commented: "I could see both, but first the duck."

This duck-rabbit drawing was first used by American psychologist Joseph Jastrow in 1899. He wanted to make a point that perception is not just what a person sees, but also a mental activity.

Article continues below He suggested the faster you can see the second animal, and the faster people can change their perception of the drawing and switch between the two animals, the

quicker your brain works - and the more creative you are.

Which did you see see first? Let us know in the comment section below.