At first glance, most people rush to give the fastest answer — and that’s exactly why this simple puzzle exposes how differently our minds work. Some see only the obvious. Others look deeper. And a surprising number get it completely wrong.

So how many squares are really in the image?

The correct answer is 14.

There are the 9 small individual squares…
Plus 4 medium squares formed by groups of four…
And finally, 1 large outer square.

People who rush through life tend to see only the small ones. Those who slow down and pay attention to detail catch the full picture — all 14.

This little test reveals more about your personality than you think… and why most people miss what’s right in front of them.