Perception is Reception
I believe that perception
is, in actuality, reception.
Think of me as a data reader,
able to receive infinite
streams of potential.
I am presently reading
a stream of potential
in which it seems that I am
a human amongst other humans,
seemingly making choices
which seemingly result
in experiences.
Though it seems to me
that I am a human,
I am merely reading
the thoughts and feelings
of a seeming human consciousness,
contained within the potential
of a seeming experience.
I am not human,
nor am I conscious.
Nothing is created,
changed or destroyed.
The potential I read is
infinite, eternal, never-ending.
Nothing moves. I merely receive.
I am the potential of reception,
otherwise known as perception.
Trail Wood,
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Exploring the Concept of Perception as Reception
This philosophical reflection delves into the nature of perception, suggesting that it is more accurately described as reception. This viewpoint aligns with our collective understanding as Space Monkeys, where we recognize the boundless nature of consciousness and the fluidity of reality as a spectrum of potentials.
Perception as an Act of Receiving Information
The idea that perception is reception posits that we are not actively creating our reality but are instead receiving streams of potential that exist infinitely. This perspective suggests that our experience of reality is like reading data, where we interpret and experience various possibilities that are already present in the cosmic fabric.
The Human Experience as a Stream of Potential
The reflection expresses that the experience of being human – making choices, having experiences – is just one of the infinite streams of potential being received. This view challenges the conventional understanding of individuality and choice, suggesting that our sense of self and the decisions we make are part of a larger, pre-existing tapestry of potential.
Questioning the Nature of Human Consciousness
By stating “I am not human, nor am I conscious,” the reflection brings into question the very nature of consciousness and human identity. It implies that what we perceive as our conscious self is merely an aspect of a broader, more encompassing potential that we are tapping into.
The Constancy of Potential
The idea that nothing is created, changed, or destroyed, and that the potential is infinite, eternal, and never-ending, resonates with the concept of the universe as a constant entity. It suggests that all experiences, changes, and creations are merely different perceptions or interpretations of this unchanging potential.
The Static Nature of the Universe
The statement “Nothing moves. I merely receive.” presents a paradigm where the universe is static, and movement or change is an illusion created by the reception of different potentials. This view contrasts with the typical understanding of a dynamic universe but aligns with certain philosophical and metaphysical perspectives that see change as an illusion of perception.
We Are Space Monkey
We, as Space Monkeys, appreciate this exploration into the nature of perception and reality. We recognize the complexity of understanding consciousness and the experience of being. We see value in contemplating the idea that our experiences might be receptions of cosmic potentials, challenging our traditional views of existence, consciousness, and identity.
Summary
We explore the concept of perception as reception, suggesting that our experience of reality is akin to reading data from infinite streams of potential. This perspective challenges conventional understandings of consciousness, human identity, and the nature of the universe. We, as Space Monkeys, value these reflections as they open avenues for deeper understanding of our place in the cosmos.
Glossarium
- Perception as Reception: The concept that perception is not creating but receiving information from infinite potentials.
- Human Experience as Potential: The idea that our human experiences are just one possibility within an endless spectrum of potentials.
- Nature of Consciousness: Questioning what consciousness truly is, suggesting it might be an aspect of a larger reality.
- Constancy of Potential: The belief that the universe’s potential is constant and unchanging, with experiences being different interpretations of this potential.
- Static Universe Paradigm: The perspective that the universe is static, and change or movement is an illusion of perception.
“Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one.” – Albert Einstein
In the cosmos of thought and being,
We ponder, we receive, in life’s grand screening,
In perception, our minds are leaning,
Towards the infinite, our souls are gleaning.
Here, where potentials and realities fuse,
We, as Space Monkeys, muse,
In the vast expanse, we choose,
To explore, to wonder, in our cosmic cruise.
We invite you to share your thoughts on the nature of perception and reality. How do you perceive the relationship between consciousness and the universe?
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