Relevance realization refers to the cognitive process by which individuals and systems discern, prioritize, and act upon information that is most pertinent to their goals and context. As articulated by Jordan Greenhall, it encapsulates our intrinsic capacity to navigate the overwhelming complexity of the world by highlighting what truly matters, enabling effective decision-making, learning, and adaptation. This dynamic, fluid capability is foundational to intelligent behavior, allowing us to filter vast streams of data, detect patterns, and align our attention and actions with the emergent demands and opportunities of our environment. By continuously tuning our perception and cognition to what is relevant, we optimize our interaction with the world, fostering both individual and collective intelligence in the pursuit of meaningful outcomes.

See also: artificial intelligence, complex system, feedback loop, game theory, simulated thinking