Our perception is shaped by our bodily experiences from "summary" of Phenomenology of Perception by Maurice Merleau-Ponty
Merleau-Ponty emphasises the crucial role that our bodily experiences play in shaping our perception of the world. He argues that our perception is not simply a matter of passive reception of sensory information, but rather an active and dynamic process that is deeply intertwined with our bodily sensations and movements.
According to Merleau-Ponty, our body is not just a physical entity that passively receives stimuli from the external world; rather, it is an active agent that is constantly engaged in a dialogue with the environment. Our bodily experiences, such as movement, touch, and proprioception, are fundamental to how we perceive and make sense of the world around us.
Our bodily experiences provide us with a rich and nuanced understanding of our surroundings. Through our senses, we are able to gather information about the texture, weight, temperature, and spatial la...
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