Mind-boggling optical illusion reveals your biggest fears… but what do YOU see first?

Whether it’s something as simple as creepy crawlies, or a much darker fear, most people don’t want to reveal what keeps them awake at night.

However, a mind-boggling optical illusion and personality test claims to identify your biggest fear based simply on what you first see in an image.

The test, which was shared by Times nowhas also been widely circulated on social media, with users calling it “so accurate.”

At first glance, the illusion is just a black and white drawing, but there are two possible things you might see first in the image.

To tackle the brainteaser, look at the drawing below and first write down what you see. Then scroll down to see what it means.

A rodent

If you see a rodent first, which is in black at the top of the picture, it means that you are afraid to rely on others.

You like to be independent, so ridicule and humiliation would be your worst nightmare.

If you notice the rodent first, it means that you strive to be self-reliant and you are terrified of pity or ridicule, as this would greatly damage your self-confidence.

You need to have complete control over your life and you don’t want outside influences to influence what you want to do.

It also means that you are a responsible person and one of the things you hate most is asking others for help.

The side profile of a man

If you had missed the rodent, you would have first seen the man’s side profile, with the creature fixing his hair.

If you see the side profile first, you have a deep fear of isolation and loneliness.

Unlike people who saw the animal first, it is essential for you to be around others because you need that human interaction.

You are capable of being independent, but your support system is very important to you, so you are terrified of it being pulled away.

It is of utmost importance that you have someone you can rely on, so being all alone is your biggest concern.

The mind-bending test was also shared by @psychologielove100 on TikTok, with commenters writing, “Sir, why are you always so precise?” and that’s me! I always tell my daughters to let me do everything myself. Not because I don’t like help, but because I am healthy and happy.’

Others added: ‘I see a side view of a human head, I’m not afraid of being alone, being alone means peace of mind’ and ‘Why do I see both at the same time?’

If you liked this personality test, there are many more brain teasers and illusions to try.

Another optical illusion can reportedly reveal a person’s true personality depending on which animal he sees first.

The black and white photo, shared by Times Now, shows both a cat and a mouse.

The test can show whether someone is independent and curious or has a more cautious personality.

Simply look at the image below and see which animal catches your attention first. Then read on to find out what it means.

If your eyes have naturally wandered to the black cat, which is most of the image, it means that your personality traits are similar to those of the feline animal.

You are independent and curious, but also mysterious and playful.

Like most domestic cats, you are not dependent on others and prefer to do things yourself.

You are naturally curious and always looking to learn new things and ask more questions.

You switch easily between work and play and often lure others in with your mysterious personality.

If you saw the mouse first, which is smaller on the page, it means you are more careful.

You may be quite shy and reserved, but this does not mean that you are unaware of your surroundings.

Those who first saw the mouse are both observant and timid: they always look at what is happening around them.

You are also flexible and resourceful and know what to do when faced with problems and difficult situations.