Perception Vs Reality

If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? This thought experiment explores perception and reality. It questions if phenomena can exist without observers and whether our experiences shape our perception of reality.

While we tend to think that the scientific truth would be that it would make a sound, it is not as simple. A falling tree produces no “sound”. It merely creates air and ground vibrations, which only become a “sound” when an ear connected to a brain receives and interprets it.

The same applies to colors. Colores are light wavelengths that our eyes perceive as colors. Human perceptions of color may vary across cultures. For example, the Berinmo people of Papua New Guinea perceive apples reflecting 600-nanometer light as brownish due to their distinct color concepts.

Our experiences bias our interpretation of the world, serving as a reminder to remain humble and open to new perspectives. Often, what we consider absolute truth is simply our interpretation of facts. Stay humble and open to new perspectives.

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