How perception shapes reality from "summary" of The Man Who Wasn’t There by Anil Ananthaswamy
Perception is a curious thing. It is the lens through which we view the world, the filter through which we interpret our surroundings. But what if that lens is flawed? What if our perception is not a faithful representation of reality, but rather a distorted reflection of our own biases and expectations?In "The Man Who Wasn’t There," Anil Ananthaswamy explores the fascinating ways in which perception shapes our reality. He delves into the intricate workings of the human mind, revealing how our brains construct the world around us based on limited sensory information. Our perceptions are not simply passive observations of the world; they are active interpretations that are heavily influenced by our past experiences and cultural conditioning. Ananthaswamy introduces us to individuals ...
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