#PerceptionIsReality

[recsspecs]

Wanting positive experience is a negative experience; accepting negative experience is a positive experience. It’s what the philosopher Alan Watts used to refer to as “the backwards law”— the idea that the more you pursue feeling better all the time, the less satisfied you become, as pursuing something only reinforces the fact that you lack it in the first place. - The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck

[journeys-of-miso]

Your Perception of Sound is Valid

I think I've mentioned this already, but one of the problems of misophonia and hyperacusis is that they can be very isolating. Why? Because it's negatively warping your perception of sound in such a way that nobody else is hearing. And especially if the person has not yet realized that they have a hearing disorder, when they react negatively to the sound that nobody else even notices, it can drive them crazy! Because in their mind, they're being overwhelmed by sounds that other people have no problem with, not knowing that the perception is very different.

Here's the thing. Pain will already make you more sensitive to all of the different factors in your environment. But hyperacusis and misophonia both mean that your brain cannot filter out background sounds - it's focusing on them the same way to focuses on the sounds you're supposed to be hearing. So when your brain is getting all that feedback and information at once, it gets overwhelmed very easily in situations in which a person with normal hearing would have no problem.

Something interesting I've noticed about this factor is that people with hyperacusis and misophonia tend to have excellent hearing. Ironically enough, however, it will end up seeming like they have very bad hearing. I'm going to explain it the best way I can:

Imagine you're walking on the street with somebody that has hyperacusis. Assuming you have normal hearing, you're still hearing all of the sounds that are going on in the street, but they're not your focus. Your brain can successfully push these sounds to the back burner, so that you're aware of them, but not trying to actively process them.

A person that has hyperacusis either cannot do this at all or cannot do it at a high enough level. This means that all of the sounds in an environment - cars honking, doors opening, footsteps - they're all being heard on the same level as the conversation you're having with that person! They can't push sounds to the back burner. Either their back burner is too small, or all of their burners are in a row in front of them, and they have to look at all of them at once. They have no back burner.

Now, this is not to be confused with misophonia. In the case of a person that only has misophonia, they might be able to push sounds to the back burner - except for their trigger sounds. These sounds are on the back burner until they are noticed. They are then involuntarily pulled to the front burner so quickly that they spill on the person with misophonia, leaving them with scalding burns and a friend that wants to know "why you're being so dramatic, they're just eating."

So, to everyone with misophonia and hyperacusis: if anyone tells you you're being dramatic, or something's not that loud, or whatever, ignore them. Your hearing is different, so your perception is different. Perception is reality. They aren't experiencing what you're experiencing.

-Keep on feeling the love,

🧸𝑀𝒾𝓈𝑜🧸

[julierysava]

🧠🔍 Brain Teaser Tuesday: A Visual Journey into Illusion! 🔍🧠

Greetings, fellow puzzle enthusiasts! 🌟 Get ready to embark on a captivating visual journey that will challenge your perception and ignite your curiosity. Our brains are marvelous, complex organs, but they can sometimes lead us into fascinating optical illusions. It's time to put your visual acumen to the test and dive into today's brain teaser!

🤯 The Challenge: Below, you'll find an intriguing optical illusion. It might appear to be one thing at first glance, but as you look closer, you'll start to question what your eyes are telling you. Your task is to decipher the hidden message or figure within the illusion. It's a puzzle playing tricks on the mind, and unraveling it can be incredibly satisfying.

🧐 Engage Your Inner Detective: As you examine the illusion, pay attention to the details, lines, and shapes. Sometimes, what seems obvious can lead to a completely different interpretation when you approach it from a different angle. Trust your intuition, but also be open to exploring multiple perspectives.

📣 Share Your Insights: Once you've dwelled the illusion and discovered its hidden secret, don't keep it to yourself! Share your findings in the comments section and engage with your fellow puzzle solvers. You might be surprised by the different ways people perceive the same image.

🌐 The Wonder of Perception: Optical illusions like these remind us of the incredible complexity of our brains and how our perception of the world can sometimes lead us astray. They also highlight the beauty of diverse perspectives and the importance of looking at things from multiple angles.

🔮 Stay Tuned for More Visual Adventures: This brain teaser is just the beginning of our visual journey. Stay tuned for more optical illusions, puzzles, and mind-bending challenges to keep your brain engaged and your sense of wonder alive.

Let's unravel the mysteries of perception together, Tumblr friends! 🌠🔍🌌

[dpomalescreative]

I've always reached for things that were beyond my grasp. Only to find that they were right at my fingertips. It's a matter of perception and perspective. #quotes #quoteoftheday #dpomales #beyondmygrasp #atmyfingertips #perception #perceptionisreality #perspective #matterofperspective #writing #writingtherapy #writinginspiration #cliffhanger (at DPomales Creative Services) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnZ9GjcuZUZ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[anubisfx]

AnubisFX x @nebulaezz : PerceptionIsReality🧬

[ndemina]

I’ve been thinking seriously about dimensions lately and started to realize that contrary to previous convictions of understanding, there is a lot more to it than meets the eye. #perceptionisreality #drawing (at San Francisco, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcdIl1pLgtP/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[notjussayin]

read that again ⁠

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#notjussayin #subtleremindersarekey⁠

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[amznmama]

Daily Affirmation - Perception becomes Reality. Let today be a good day filled with energy and joy!

[twistedtwinsproductions]

It's nice to be important but it's important to be nice. Did you know how you react to someone or something has very little to with that person or object and EVERYTHING to do with you and how you've trained your mind to work? No one is born hating anyone. It's a taught emotion. Experience shapes your perspective and it becomes your opinion and your opinion becomes the truth. But the only thing that's true is the actual truth. Because the truth doesn't change and it can't hide in the light. Deep down we all know what truth is when we hear it. When you see someone and think they look ugly or slutty or anything, that's an auto biography of your mind. It's something in you that's ugly, that you need to work on. If we all turned those judgmental, blaming eyes inward we could really do some vital healing. Find peace in yourself and you can extend that peace to everything in your life. #RaiseYourVibe #CriticalThinking #PhysicianHealThyself #Love #Perception #PerceptionIsReality #SelfMastery #Peace #Truth #SelfWork #SelfLove #Healing #Judgement https://www.instagram.com/p/CEzyKe7F8gL2CQhYM_SBSPsI9UzL_suljV_-dg0/?igshid=1svlripu0c4k1

[indefatigablecrusader-blog]

Bending Reality?(Part 2/3) . What is reality? . Reality is a combination of our beliefs and our perceptions that act as glasses through which we view the world. It is just a frame of reference through which we look at life and we can change the frame of reference. We can change the glasses. . What does it mean to me? . It means reality is constructible, changeable, malleable. By changing our beliefs and perceptions of the world we can change our reality. Maybe not completely change it in a moment but bending it for sure. Bending it towards a better destination. A destination of our choice, a destination whose journey is full of experiment, joy and satisfaction. This is what I am here to do. Bending my reality and hopefully yours too! . . . . #perceptionisreality #reality #selfgrowth #growthmindset #quarantine #journal #blogger #believe #success #tuesdaymotivation #nevergiveup #hustle #sidehustle #writersofinstagram #instadaily #mindset #happiness #wellness #inspiration (at India) https://www.instagram.com/p/B-qvIQwhWBo/?igshid=1aak5elceckd9

[julierysava]

🧩 Brain Teaser Tuesday: A Visual Puzzle to Puzzle Your Mind! 🧠🔍

Welcome to another exciting edition of Brain Teaser Tuesday! 🌟 Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of visual puzzles and optical illusions to leave you questioning reality. Get ready to challenge your perception and embark on a mind-bending journey. 🤯✨

🔍 The Puzzle: Below, you'll find a captivating visual puzzle. What do you see? Can you decipher the hidden message or image within this intricate pattern? Your eyes might deceive you, but your brain holds the key to unraveling this enigma. 🕵️‍♂️🔎

🧠 Engage Your Mind: Visual puzzles like this one remind us of the incredible complexity of our brains. How we perceive and interpret visual information can vary from person to person. As you ponder this puzzle, consider the following:

What do you initially see?

Does your perception change as you study it further?

How does your brain process visual data to create the image you perceive?

💬 Join the Discussion: Share your thoughts, interpretations, and solutions in the comments below. Engage with your fellow Tumblr pals, and let's dive into the intriguing world of visual cognition together. It's amazing how our brains can both trick us and astound us with their abilities!

🧠 Expand Your Mind: Brain Teaser Tuesday is all about stretching your mental muscles. Keep an eye out for more mind-bending challenges every Tuesday. Let's keep those neurons firing and our curiosity thriving! 🌌🌠

Happy puzzling, Tumblr thinkers! 🧩🌟 #BrainTeaserTuesday #VisualPuzzle #OpticalIllusion #PerceptionChallenge #MindGames #TuesdayTeasers #PuzzleYourMind #CuriousMinds #BrainPower #TumblrChallenges #VisualCognition #ThinkDeep #PerceptionIsReality #TuesdayFun

[catswilleatyou]

all we have is thoughts

[robotofthedayblr]

The inner lives of the robots is complex and nuanced; this is multiplied by several orders of magnitude by their shared (networked?) dreaming (visions?). They seem to have no worries— reality, to them, is what they decide upon, individually and collectively. . #robotoftheday #robot #robots #robotart #robotartist #mylifewithrobots #art #illustration #sketch #drawing #sketchbook #copicmarkers #penandink #pdxartist #dreaming #dream #collective consciousness #perceptionisreality #perception #memory #data #network #hivemind #intelligence #emotion #journey https://www.instagram.com/p/B0mGoZ3gfDg/?igshid=1xc76f5yffbsy

[churdtzu]

Pool party 3/3 Charles smoking sheesha at a pool party. Later we got in the pool and I asked Charles about the tattoo on his chest. "What does your tattoo mean?" "What would you guess it means?" It's a monochrome, all black tattoo... the Eye of Horus with some ornamentation at the bottom, and what appears to be a crown on top. I said "The Eye of Horus likely represents consciousness or perception. The crown would emphasise how important it is. So I'd guess it means that the way you see things is very important... Almost like, perception is reality." Charles was astounded. He said nobody in 12 years had interpreted it so clearly. He gave me a hug but also told me he might have to murder me after having received that soul-read. Often we think that our intentions and thoughts are hidden from others. Often we are open books to those who know how and where to look. #pool #party #fiesta #sheesha #hookah #asuncion #paraguay #southamerica #latinamerica #alabama #tattoo #eyeofhorus #perceptionisreality #consciousness #symbolism #portrait #portraits #portraiture #portraitphotography #photo #photography #foto #fotografia #canon #canoneos #canoneos200d #kurtparadise (at Asunción, Paraguay) https://www.instagram.com/p/B53AlpqpzO2/?igshid=1bmjpdzxyck1f

[schizo-friend-ick]

Scarcity vs abundance #perceptions #perceptionisreality https://www.instagram.com/p/B5F5W9xndQl/?igshid=2enk1i470tir

[davidwfloydart]

Our world is based on our perception, our imagination, our creation… *artist: unknown #imaginationiseverything #perceptionisreality #perceptioniseverything #creativityeveryday #enterimagination #creativityfound #creativitymatters (at Catalina Foothills, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CXhO1vevGrQTj4MbQTkbPR5UaqLQeDk7Q7QRHE0/?utm_medium=tumblr