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Trust Your Senses, Believe In Understanding

Joe Tourville • 2 implied HN points • 13 Jun 23
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Our senses provide us with data, but our understanding shapes that data into meaningful knowledge.
  2. Sometimes our senses can be misleading, so it's important to trust our understanding to grasp reality.
  3. Perception is more than what meets the eye; it involves understanding, memory, and cognition.

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Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 09 Dec 11
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. The story about the fish reminds us to consider the things we take for granted and be aware of our surroundings.
  2. Reflecting on past experiences can help us appreciate how far we've come and understand the changes we've gone through.
  3. Sometimes, stepping out of our comfort zones or familiar environments can help us see things from a different perspective and appreciate them more.

It will not flip your world

Boris Again • 0 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Don't expect one big event to dramatically change your life instantly.
  2. Real change happens gradually over time through experiences and learning.
  3. Responsibility for change lies within yourself, not external forces.
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What makes consciousness so interesting anyway?

Meaningful Particulars • 0 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. There isn't a clear, agreed-upon definition of consciousness, despite much interest from scientists and philosophers
  2. Subjective phenomena in consciousness are connected with a specific point of view that is challenging to reconcile with objective, physical theories
  3. Consciousness is not a simple category, but a complex collection of mental experiences, emotions, and perceptions that defy easy definition

Valid Critiques of Middle Management

TeamCraft • 0 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
💼 Business Perception
  1. Middle management can be viewed as underappreciated and superfluous in organizations.
  2. The hierarchy of middle management can lead to complex communication and perception issues.
  3. Middle managers often face challenges in balancing communication and recognition within the organization.

The Apple of Sextus Empiricus

Strange Wonder • 0 implied HN points • 19 Jan 24
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Sextus Empiricus questioned the true qualities of an apple, sparking centuries of philosophical debate.
  2. The observation of an object can be influenced by the unique perspectives of different senses.
  3. It took over two thousand years for scientists and philosophers to confidently answer Sextus Empiricus' seemingly strange question about apples.

This aged well: 12 – The crayola-fication of the world: How we gave colors names, and it messed with our brains

This Aged Well • 0 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Perception
  1. Different languages have various concepts of color which can affect our perception - some people cannot distinguish colors not due to colorblindness but because their language doesn't differentiate them.
  2. Language shapes how we think and perceive the world, impacting concepts like gender, nationality, and time.
  3. The way we name colors has had a significant impact on the human brain and cognition, highlighting the crayola-fication of the world.

Complex Systems and You

The Unabashed Observer • 0 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Complex systems are beyond individual understanding, and simplification is necessary for comprehension in various disciplines.
  2. Human perception is limited by biology, leading to incomplete understanding of the world around us.
  3. Specialization in society leads to interdependence and the need for trust and humility in leveraging diverse skills for progress.

Giữ cho danh tính của mình nhỏ thôi

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 0 implied HN points • 29 Apr 19
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Having multiple identities can influence our thoughts and actions, and too many identities can lead to biases and hinder acceptance of new ideas.
  2. In cybersecurity, Vietnam faces challenges with job opportunities, lack of software-savvy professionals, and limited technological products.
  3. To develop as an individual, it's important to break free from local perspectives, measure oneself against global standards, and tackle problems that hold personal interest and leverage individual advantages.

Dream Exploration: Sine Waves

Kartick’s Blog • 0 implied HN points • 05 Dec 24
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Waking up can sometimes happen right as a dream starts, which is unique and interesting.
  2. Dreams can feel like they gradually become clearer, almost like adjusting a TV's settings.
  3. Experiencing dreams right after waking might show how our mind processes thoughts as we transition from sleep.

Work Day Theme: Life

Sons of Liberty Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 10 Sep 25
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. We desire a rich and meaningful experience of life, not just a collection of events. Life's true essence is more than just the time we spend or the experiences we gather.
  2. Observing life flowing through us encourages a sense of freedom and connection. It's important to feel and recognize life in both ourselves and the world around us.
  3. By focusing our attention on our direct experience of life, we can foster a deeper appreciation and love for it. Life is not something we own; rather, we are part of a greater life force.

Zooming In and Zooming Out

High Heart Weekly • 0 implied HN points • 26 May 23
📖 Philosophy Perception
  1. Zooming in and zooming out are both important for focus and balance.
  2. Having a default attention setting can impact how we approach tasks and situations.
  3. Balancing between zooming in for focus and zooming out for perspective is key for making progress.