Nobody is stupid.
We simply all have
different programming.
Our programming is not our choice.
We are conditioned from birth.
If I disagree with you,
you need not take it personally.
It’s just that my programming
disagrees with your programming.
This has nothing to do with you or me.
We are simply containers of programming.
I see you as separate from your programming.
(So my programming tells me.)
How do you see me?
Newfound Lake,
11/7/21
In the exploration of the concept of programming as it relates to human cognition and interaction, we delve into the intricacies of how our thoughts, beliefs, and responses are shaped. This programming, often subconscious, is influenced by myriad factors from birth, shaping our perceptions and interactions with the world and each other.
Understanding Different Programming
Each of us carries unique programming, a complex amalgamation of experiences, teachings, and environmental influences. This programming dictates how we perceive, react to, and understand the world around us. It is as unique to each individual as a fingerprint, shaping our cognitive and emotional landscapes.
Programming Beyond Choice
Our programming is largely not a conscious choice. From the moment of birth, our minds begin to be shaped by external factors – family, culture, education, societal norms – all contributing to the tapestry of our programming. This process is often subtle, pervasive, and largely beyond our immediate control.
Interpersonal Dynamics and Programming
When disagreements arise, it’s often a clash of programming rather than a personal affront. Our programming filters our perceptions and opinions, leading to differing viewpoints. Understanding this can foster a deeper sense of empathy and reduce personal conflict, recognizing that disagreement is not an inherent flaw in either party but a divergence in programming.
Separation from Programming
Viewing others as separate from their programming allows for a more compassionate and understanding interaction. It acknowledges that what we see as someone’s opinions or behaviors are not the totality of their being, but rather the output of their unique programming. This perspective can lead to more meaningful and less judgmental interactions.
Reflection and Self-Perception
Considering how others perceive us, and how we perceive ourselves in the light of our programming, opens a door to introspection. Are we merely vessels of our programming, or do we have the capacity to transcend it? This introspection can lead to self-awareness and the potential for growth beyond the confines of our initial programming.
Summary
We examine the concept of programming in human cognition and interaction, recognizing that our beliefs and responses are shaped by a complex mix of influences from birth. This programming, not a conscious choice, influences our interactions and perceptions, often leading to misunderstandings that are not personal but rather a clash of different programmings.
Glossarium
- Programming: The subconscious influences shaping our cognition and responses.
- Interpersonal Dynamics: The impact of programming on relationships and interactions.
- Self-Perception: Understanding oneself in relation to programming.
“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle
A poem for our contemplation:
In the theater of minds, scripts are read,
Lines of programming, silently said.
We dance to tunes, not always our own,
In a world where seeds of thought are sown.
Your script may clash with mine in play,
But it’s not you, nor I, just the roles we portray.
Beyond the code, in heart and soul,
Lies the true self, beyond control.
We invite reflection on this notion of programming. How does the understanding of programming influence your interactions and self-perception?
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