Four Hundred Eleven

Perception is the process of organizing and interpreting sensory information to understand the environment. However, perception does not equal reality. Each individual has a unique perception of the world based on their experiences and interests. We live in “parallel worlds” of perception, meaning what one person sees or experiences may differ from another’s viewpoint.

Perception becomes conscious only when we actively pay attention to what we are perceiving. This awareness plays a critical role in how we interpret and understand the world around us.

Our perceptions significantly influence our actions, reactions, and decisions. The way we interpret situations, form attitudes, and make judgments is all shaped by our perceptual lens.

Perception can be manipulated through propaganda, media, or other external influences. Control over perception can, therefore, lead to control over behavior, actions, and even reality as we know it.

Our judgments and awareness are also influenced by our perceptions. The more conscious we are of how perception works, the better we can navigate decisions and interpretations in our lives.