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Perception, from one angle, can be seen as the kaleidoscopic interplay between the external world and our internal landscapes, the intricate dance through which raw sensory data is shaped, interpreted, and given meaning by our minds. It involves a rich tapestry woven from not just the immediate sense impressions, but also the underlying currents of our thoughts, emotions, memories, conditioning, and cultural frameworks. In each moment, we are not passively receiving a fixed reality, but actively and creatively participating in its genesis, often unconsciously. This process is not merely a cognitive act but an embodiment of our entire being, reflecting the intimate and inextricable connection between our inner and outer experiences. Perception thus stands as a testament to our profound engagement with existence, dynamically sculpting our very understanding of the world and our place within it.

See also: awareness, attention, suffering, awakening

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