How AI Learns From Shapes 🤖⭐
Why visual intuition is the MISSING layer in AI learning.
Lately, I’ve realized:
Most people don’t struggle with learning because the topic is TOUGH. ❌
They struggle because the teaching style doesn’t match how the brain works. That’s the idea behind my research on Somagraphic Learning.
Somagraphic Learning
A way of explaining concepts using simple shapes and feeling-based visuals.
The learner’s brain ‘gets’ this instantly - long BEFORE any symbols or equations.
A simple doodle... becomes a SHORTCUT to understanding.
Why does this matter? 👇
🔹 People understand shapes faster than text.
📈 A steep line FEELS like a big change.
➖ A flat line FEELS like nothing is happening.
〰️ A curve FEELS like movement.
This helps AI explain ideas in a way that actually FEELS natural.
In the picture above, (‘Probability Distribution’ example):
A tiny doodle showing high / medium / low probability without a SINGLE formula. 🎨📈
This works in any subject
✏️ Math: patterns become shapes ➝ easier to grasp
🔬 Science: processes become motion ➝ easier to visualize
💛 Human behavior: stress, growth, conflict become curves ➝ easier to read
The shift ⭐
The Somagraphic Framework teaches the IDEA first, and the formula LATER.
Shape → meaning → symbol.
It helps AI learn like humans
Most AI systems learn from text.
Somagraphic gives AI access to something deeper... Human visual intuition.
Shapes, pressure, motion, spacing… the things our mind uses BEFORE we find words. 🤖💡
A more human way to learn.
A more human way to teach.
Not AI-made. Soul-made.™ 🌱✨
Let’s connect!
If you’d like to co-author, or explore this further, feel free to reach out:
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📧 toprani2@illinois.edu
📸 Instagram: DoodlesByDevika







it was such a mind blowing article. the colours, font are such a great match with your handwriting.
great work👏👏👏🫶
Very well written, I totally agree and love the graphics!