19/03/2026
Why do you feel more unsteady in the dark, or crowded places?
The answer comes back to 1 of the 3 pillars of balance. Our visual system.
If your brain heavily relies on your vision for balance, removing it or overwhelming it (e.g. dark places or a crowded shopping centre) can cause you to lose balance easier.
Quick test:
Close your eyes or change to a crowded environment. If your balance drops off significantly, you could be over-relying on your visual system - and that's something you can train.