What is Reality and How Can We Determine Its Existence?
Reality is often misunderstood as merely a product of human perception. However, in this exploration, we will delve deeper into the intricacies of reality and perception, questioning the nature of their relationship and the role of individual opinions in shaping our understanding of existence.
Perception and the Mind as Part of Reality
“Perception is made by reality” is a fundamental principle that suggests our perception is a reflection of the objective world around us. Yet, it is also true that the mind, which perceives, is a part of reality itself. This means that even as the perceiver, our mind is still bound by the same rules and limitations that govern the rest of reality. However, as humans, we often add our own interpretations, opinions, and emotions to the perceptions we receive, which can skew our understanding of the world.
Human Perception and Reality
“Human perception makes up reality” may seem like a contradictory statement, but it captures the complexity of the relationship between perception and reality. Time, for instance, is a construct of human perception and does not exist independently of our understanding and measurement of it. Perception is inherently individual and subjective, which is why different people can have different experiences of the same event or phenomena.
Beyond Human Perception: The Existence of God and Numbers
The belief in the existence of a higher power, often referred to as God, is a common thread in many religious and spiritual traditions. This belief suggests that there is a higher, perhaps objective, reality that transcends human perception. Similarly, numbers are often thought to exist independently of human thought and existence, which is a testament to the underlying structure of reality that exists beyond human constructs.
What Exactly Do We Perceive?
Perception is a complex process that involves both the objective world and our individual perspectives. When we look at something, we see a part of it that is within our immediate line of sight. However, does the rest of the object or scenario exist in our perception as well? This leads us to the question of Integrated Decomposition Through Space (IDTS), which suggests that objects and scenarios are unified in their existence, even when not fully perceived by us.
The Truth and the Subjectivity of Perception
“The creation you see and are absolutely apart of — NOT SEPARATE FROM — is perfect.” This statement challenges the idea that creation can be influenced by human opinions and interpretations. The concept of perfection in creation implies that it supports all life within it, including ourselves, in an absolute and unchanging way. However, our perception of perfection is subjective, influenced by our thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
Observation and Unbiased Perception
“Pick something like a tree and truly observe it with an empty mind and also do not offer any opinion as you observe it.” This exercise is designed to help us observe the world without the interference of our opinions and biases. By removing labels and judgments, we can experience wonder and awe in the present moment, free from the expectations and preconceptions that typically accompany our perception.
To truly understand reality and our place within it, we must strive to observe without judgment. By practicing unbiased observation, we can gain a deeper appreciation for the world as it truly is, separate from our subjective perceptions and individual beliefs.