Perception is grounded in the body's capacities from "summary" of Phenomenology of Perception by Maurice Merleau-Ponty
Our perception of the world is intimately tied to the capacities of our bodies. Through our senses and movements, we actively engage with our environment, shaping our experiences and understanding of the world around us. Our ability to see, hear, touch, taste, and smell are all dependent on the physical structure and functioning of our bodies. These sensory experiences are not passive, but rather they are active processes that involve our entire being. For Merleau-Ponty, perception is not simply a matter of receiving information from the external world, but rather it is a dynamic and complex interaction between our bodies and the world. Our bodily capacities shape how we perceive and make sense of our surroundings. Our movements, sensations, and emotions all play a role in shaping our perceptions. By being embodied beings, we are able to actively engage with our environment and m...
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