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#art

Our world has very different contours when a millimetre is blown up to a full screen | Aeon Videos

The video creatively illustrates how everyday objects can transform through close-up exploration, altering our perception of familiar materials.

That Surreal Summer: SUMMER, 1976 and the Work of Paul Klee - Washingtonian

Diana's perception of Alice transforms when she realizes her depth, initially revealed through a reference to artist Paul Klee.

Jochen Muhlenbrink's "AIR" Exhibition at Cuturi Gallery Explores Illusion and Perception | stupidDOPE

Jochen Mühenbrink's exhibition "AIR" explores perception and reality through meticulously crafted paintings that reflect the cultural essence of Singapore.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Kelsey Brookes' Psychedelic "Gradient Paintings"

Brookes' Gradient Paintings reflect the intersection of art and science through biological systems and perception influenced by altered consciousness.

Psychedelic Distortions and Glitches Streak Across Alexis Mata's Bold Paintings

Mata's work explores the distortion of visual information through prolonged observation and the interplay between digital and analog art forms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Mars-1: The Edge of Unknowing

Mars-1 creates art that challenges perception, invoking deeper questions and revealing alternate truths while straddling the line between reality and imagination.

Our world has very different contours when a millimetre is blown up to a full screen | Aeon Videos

The video creatively illustrates how everyday objects can transform through close-up exploration, altering our perception of familiar materials.

That Surreal Summer: SUMMER, 1976 and the Work of Paul Klee - Washingtonian

Diana's perception of Alice transforms when she realizes her depth, initially revealed through a reference to artist Paul Klee.

Jochen Muhlenbrink's "AIR" Exhibition at Cuturi Gallery Explores Illusion and Perception | stupidDOPE

Jochen Mühenbrink's exhibition "AIR" explores perception and reality through meticulously crafted paintings that reflect the cultural essence of Singapore.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Kelsey Brookes' Psychedelic "Gradient Paintings"

Brookes' Gradient Paintings reflect the intersection of art and science through biological systems and perception influenced by altered consciousness.

Psychedelic Distortions and Glitches Streak Across Alexis Mata's Bold Paintings

Mata's work explores the distortion of visual information through prolonged observation and the interplay between digital and analog art forms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Mars-1: The Edge of Unknowing

Mars-1 creates art that challenges perception, invoking deeper questions and revealing alternate truths while straddling the line between reality and imagination.
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#communication

Inside I am smiling. So why do I always look so miserable? | Adrian Chiles

People often struggle with their facial expressions and how others perceive them, despite feeling differently inside.

To Manage Conflict Effectively, Watch Your "Punctuation"

Conflict is natural and can be managed through understanding perspective, perception, and punctuation.

My best friend of 40 years has a skewed impression of me. How do I set her straight?

Confronting discrepancies in self-perception and friends' perceptions is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.

Men and women interpret and use emojis in a completely different way, new study finds

Men and women interpret emojis differently.
Individual differences impact emoji comprehension.

Inside I am smiling. So why do I always look so miserable? | Adrian Chiles

People often struggle with their facial expressions and how others perceive them, despite feeling differently inside.

To Manage Conflict Effectively, Watch Your "Punctuation"

Conflict is natural and can be managed through understanding perspective, perception, and punctuation.

My best friend of 40 years has a skewed impression of me. How do I set her straight?

Confronting discrepancies in self-perception and friends' perceptions is essential for maintaining healthy relationships.

Men and women interpret and use emojis in a completely different way, new study finds

Men and women interpret emojis differently.
Individual differences impact emoji comprehension.
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#photography

Photos of myself make me shudder in horror. Does that mean I'm hideous?

Self-image can be distorted by the perception of photography, leading to conflicting feelings about one's appearance.

This mind-boggling optical illusion had me totally stumped

The photograph in question is an optical illusion that appears to show two dogs and their owner walking in the snow, but it actually depicts a black poodle in winter dress.
Optical illusions can intentionally or accidentally deceive our perception of shapes, colors, and contrasts.

Photos of myself make me shudder in horror. Does that mean I'm hideous?

Self-image can be distorted by the perception of photography, leading to conflicting feelings about one's appearance.

This mind-boggling optical illusion had me totally stumped

The photograph in question is an optical illusion that appears to show two dogs and their owner walking in the snow, but it actually depicts a black poodle in winter dress.
Optical illusions can intentionally or accidentally deceive our perception of shapes, colors, and contrasts.
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#humor

Ryan Reynolds Explained Why People Might Not Think He's Funny, And It Makes Sense

Ryan Reynolds defends himself amid Martha Stewart's comments about his humor, emphasizing the distinction between on-screen characters and real-life personalities.

How Old I Think Your Kid Is

People's perception of others' children is often frozen in time and doesn't align with their actual age.
People's perception of others' age is often based on when they started working at the same place.

Ryan Reynolds Explained Why People Might Not Think He's Funny, And It Makes Sense

Ryan Reynolds defends himself amid Martha Stewart's comments about his humor, emphasizing the distinction between on-screen characters and real-life personalities.

How Old I Think Your Kid Is

People's perception of others' children is often frozen in time and doesn't align with their actual age.
People's perception of others' age is often based on when they started working at the same place.
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#crime

Mangione, the killer who will be a movie star

Society often prioritizes the narrative of affluent perpetrators over their victims, which distorts the public perception of crime.

Nicola Tallant: Jaws Byrne spawned a legacy of growing rich on the misery of others

The article explores the disparity between outward appearances and hidden realities.

Mangione, the killer who will be a movie star

Society often prioritizes the narrative of affluent perpetrators over their victims, which distorts the public perception of crime.

Nicola Tallant: Jaws Byrne spawned a legacy of growing rich on the misery of others

The article explores the disparity between outward appearances and hidden realities.
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Can you tell which of these is AI-generated art?

AI-generated images are increasingly difficult to distinguish from human-created ones, with participants misidentifying them 40% of the time.
Surprisingly, people tended to prefer AI art over human-made art, even those who dislike AI art.

Does Crime Run in Families?

Familial connections to crime affect perceptions and outcomes in legal contexts, often leading to stigma for family members.

The very thought of it repelled me': how a skiing accident left me unable to read

Inghirami's strabismus reflects dual perception; concussions reveal brain complexity and fragility, affecting both physical and emotional states.

The Listeners review Rebecca Hall's hauntingly delicate drama will paralyse you with dread

The Listeners explores the haunting experience of feeling unheard, focusing on Claire's struggle with a mysterious hum that others dismiss.
#philosophy

Thoughts on Thought

This issue explores the complex relationship between mind and brain, consciousness, and perception, expanding on philosophical inquiries about intelligence.

Are Programmers Prisoners or Architects? | HackerNoon

Coding can sometimes feel like imprisonment, but it's really a mental adventure where perception shapes freedom or confinement.

Thoughts on Thought

This issue explores the complex relationship between mind and brain, consciousness, and perception, expanding on philosophical inquiries about intelligence.

Are Programmers Prisoners or Architects? | HackerNoon

Coding can sometimes feel like imprisonment, but it's really a mental adventure where perception shapes freedom or confinement.
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Here's Why It Is What It Is | HackerNoon

Goodness is subjective; it’s based on perception and depends on how you manage outcomes from mistakes.

The Democrats Are the HR Department of Political Parties

The Democratic Party is perceived as overly bureaucratic and lacking the charisma to connect with voters, akin to an HR department.
#reality

Let's compare Apple, Google, and Samsung's definitions of 'a photo'

The concept of a 'real picture' is challenged in an age of advanced technology and AI enhancements.

You Are Not the Movie

Movies are a metaphor for life, but what we perceive as real often turns out to be illusions.

Zen Master Seung Sahn, "What do you think about the beginning of this world?"

Your perception creates the reality of time and space, making you the architect of your own world.

Let's compare Apple, Google, and Samsung's definitions of 'a photo'

The concept of a 'real picture' is challenged in an age of advanced technology and AI enhancements.

You Are Not the Movie

Movies are a metaphor for life, but what we perceive as real often turns out to be illusions.

Zen Master Seung Sahn, "What do you think about the beginning of this world?"

Your perception creates the reality of time and space, making you the architect of your own world.
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#literature

The Peril and Promise of Technology

Technology distracts us from deeper human questions but can also reveal new ways of existing.
Our ambivalence toward technology reflects a deeper truth about progress and sacrifice.

Reading as a Sensory Experience

The act of seeing is considered an art form in this novel.
Books can awaken perception and emotions by drawing up scenes through skilled writing.

The Peril and Promise of Technology

Technology distracts us from deeper human questions but can also reveal new ways of existing.
Our ambivalence toward technology reflects a deeper truth about progress and sacrifice.

Reading as a Sensory Experience

The act of seeing is considered an art form in this novel.
Books can awaken perception and emotions by drawing up scenes through skilled writing.
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#mindset

The Power of Finding Hidden Opportunities in Our Problems - Tiny Buddha

Problems can be overcome by viewing them from a higher perspective, allowing us to identify hidden opportunities and solutions.

Islanders News: That unsettling 1-3 feeling

Each playoff series is a series of little game scores that carry varying degrees of meaning, emotion, anxiety, and weight, but ultimately reduce to a best of three.

The Power of Finding Hidden Opportunities in Our Problems - Tiny Buddha

Problems can be overcome by viewing them from a higher perspective, allowing us to identify hidden opportunities and solutions.

Islanders News: That unsettling 1-3 feeling

Each playoff series is a series of little game scores that carry varying degrees of meaning, emotion, anxiety, and weight, but ultimately reduce to a best of three.
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Starmer lost in the semantic weeds as he makes case for plugging the black hole'

Keir Starmer emphasizes the importance of personal perception in identifying as a working person amidst uncertain tax policies.

Reputation: The Shadow We Cast in a Networked World | HackerNoon

Reputation is a dynamic, multifaceted concept in the digital age, shaped by perception and context.
#artificial-intelligence

AI tweaks to photos and videos can alter our memories

AI image editing can distort human memory, leading to misremembered details and concerns about authenticity in visual media.

Why concerns about OpenAI's new logo are about more than design

OpenAI's logo change reflects deeper themes of perception and branding in the tech industry.
Logo designs can significantly influence public perception of a company.
Simple logos may evoke mixed feelings, depending on the associations they carry.

AI tweaks to photos and videos can alter our memories

AI image editing can distort human memory, leading to misremembered details and concerns about authenticity in visual media.

Why concerns about OpenAI's new logo are about more than design

OpenAI's logo change reflects deeper themes of perception and branding in the tech industry.
Logo designs can significantly influence public perception of a company.
Simple logos may evoke mixed feelings, depending on the associations they carry.
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#nature

"Hummingbirds"

Change is inevitable, even in things that seem constant.

nameless architecture's concretewall cafe is an austere rock garden in korea

Concretewall café merges natural and built space, challenging architectural norms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Pia Paulina Guilmoth: Fragments of Illumination

Pia Paulina Guilmoth finds solace and clarity in darkness, which offers a unique perspective and understanding of the world around her.

"Hummingbirds"

Change is inevitable, even in things that seem constant.

nameless architecture's concretewall cafe is an austere rock garden in korea

Concretewall café merges natural and built space, challenging architectural norms.

Juxtapoz Magazine - Pia Paulina Guilmoth: Fragments of Illumination

Pia Paulina Guilmoth finds solace and clarity in darkness, which offers a unique perspective and understanding of the world around her.
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#psychology

I took a common sense test and my result appalled me | Emma Beddington

Common sense varies widely among individuals and often doesn't align with commonly held beliefs.

How a Thinking Error Leads Some People to See Spirits

Beliefs in the paranormal persist widely, influenced by cognitive tendencies to miscategorize types of phenomena.

The Dunning-Kruger Effect: What's it All About?

Dunning-Kruger effect impacts decision-making and behavior.
Cognitive biases result from mental shortcuts and information-processing errors.

I took a common sense test and my result appalled me | Emma Beddington

Common sense varies widely among individuals and often doesn't align with commonly held beliefs.

How a Thinking Error Leads Some People to See Spirits

Beliefs in the paranormal persist widely, influenced by cognitive tendencies to miscategorize types of phenomena.

The Dunning-Kruger Effect: What's it All About?

Dunning-Kruger effect impacts decision-making and behavior.
Cognitive biases result from mental shortcuts and information-processing errors.
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Captured by Limerence

Limerence feels like love but is more focused on oneself than on a shared connection with the beloved.

Optical illusion reveals if you're self-centered or wary of others

Optical illusions can reveal personality traits based on the first image recognized by viewers.

These Zig/Zag Objects Make You Question Their Reflections

The Zig/Zag collection transforms everyday objects into art, challenging perceptions of space and reflection through innovative design.
#brain-function

The Illusion of "Now"

The brain processes information with delays, making real-time experience a complex predictive task.

How Your Brain Tells Speech and Music Apart

The human brain distinguishes music from speech through specialized auditory pathways and basic cues, despite both being rich in information.

The Illusion of "Now"

The brain processes information with delays, making real-time experience a complex predictive task.

How Your Brain Tells Speech and Music Apart

The human brain distinguishes music from speech through specialized auditory pathways and basic cues, despite both being rich in information.
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Tall energy: is this Kamala Harris's secret weapon?

Tall Energy is a unique aura of presence and confidence that makes individuals seem larger than life, regardless of their actual height.
#neuroscience

Scientists Are One Step Closer to Demystifying 'Aphantasia'

Aphantasia, the inability to form mental images, is a unique way of experiencing the world.

Different, Together

Different perceptions of the same object underscore the unique cognitive processing of individuals influenced by their experiences.

Scientists Are One Step Closer to Demystifying 'Aphantasia'

Aphantasia, the inability to form mental images, is a unique way of experiencing the world.

Different, Together

Different perceptions of the same object underscore the unique cognitive processing of individuals influenced by their experiences.
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#social-media

Perception is your reality

Perception significantly influences brand success, especially in a social media-saturated environment.

All of Billie Eilish's senses are alive on the ravishing 'Hit Me Hard and Soft'

Billie Eilish explores perception and celebrity in her latest album, moving beyond just looking to explore sensual experiences.

Perception is your reality

Perception significantly influences brand success, especially in a social media-saturated environment.

All of Billie Eilish's senses are alive on the ravishing 'Hit Me Hard and Soft'

Billie Eilish explores perception and celebrity in her latest album, moving beyond just looking to explore sensual experiences.
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Angelina Jolie says women are defined too much by other people's perceptions

Society's perception significantly impacts a woman's identity, as expressed by Angelina Jolie regarding her role as Maria Callas.

Parents, Tell Us The Differences Between Parenting Now Vs. When You Were A Kid

Realizing the differences in perception between being a parent and a child.

There's a pure land where everything is only mind

Recognizing the interconnectedness of all things can lead to profound insight and enlightenment.

An Apple ad bombed in Thailand over complaints it makes the country look dated and shabby

Apple's ad set in Thailand faces backlash for allegedly portraying the country negatively.

'It's a perception worry': Marketers say AI safety guardrails need more nuance

Brands and agencies invest in AI tools for efficiency, but hesitate to label AI-generated content.

Two Decades After Obama's 2004 Convention Speech, What Happened To This Country?

The Cynic can feel discouraged by the political environment and may perceive distractions created by artificial villains as greater threats than real issues.

Graphic designers want you to stop calling them rock stars

Graphic designers are sometimes referred to as 'rockstars,' leading to debates on whether the term is appropriate or belittling.

A Random Stranger Inspired Me to Become a Yoga Teacher

Practicing yoga consistently can lead others to perceive a practitioner as a yoga teacher.

wim delvoye intertwines historic museum artifacts with his whimsical sculptures in geneva

The Order of Things questions established perceptions and hierarchies through playful interventions in art exhibitions.

Series Preview: The Reds have lost 8 in a row

Fanaticism and expectations can influence how fans view teams' performances despite similar records.
#brooklyn

Our world in photos: April 8

Brooklyn has nearly 2.6 million residents making it the fourth largest city in the US if independent.
Brooklyn, often seen as 'cool and hip', remains cool for its long-term residents who have built and improved the community.

Lisa Kyung Gross connects immigrant women to the curious home chef

Brooklyn, NYC has nearly 2.6 million residents.
Brooklyn is considered 'cool and hip' but has always been 'cool' for its long-time residents.

Milestones: May 7, 2024

Brooklyn, long termed 'cool and hip', is a city where residents who were raised there see it as 'cool' all along.

Milestones: April 29, 2024

Brooklyn's long-time residents view the borough as cool regardless of recent trends.

Milestones: April 10, 2024

Brooklyn is home to nearly 2.6 million residents, making it one of the largest cities in the U.S.
Brooklyn has always been considered cool and hip, not just in recent years.

Milestones: May 1, 2024

Brooklyn's long-time residents find the borough cool and hip despite recent trendy image.

Our world in photos: April 8

Brooklyn has nearly 2.6 million residents making it the fourth largest city in the US if independent.
Brooklyn, often seen as 'cool and hip', remains cool for its long-term residents who have built and improved the community.

Lisa Kyung Gross connects immigrant women to the curious home chef

Brooklyn, NYC has nearly 2.6 million residents.
Brooklyn is considered 'cool and hip' but has always been 'cool' for its long-time residents.

Milestones: May 7, 2024

Brooklyn, long termed 'cool and hip', is a city where residents who were raised there see it as 'cool' all along.

Milestones: April 29, 2024

Brooklyn's long-time residents view the borough as cool regardless of recent trends.

Milestones: April 10, 2024

Brooklyn is home to nearly 2.6 million residents, making it one of the largest cities in the U.S.
Brooklyn has always been considered cool and hip, not just in recent years.

Milestones: May 1, 2024

Brooklyn's long-time residents find the borough cool and hip despite recent trendy image.
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Emma's Last Night - The Paris Review

Perception can be misleading - a serious individual engaged in cheerful, unexpected actions can redefine their image.

Bald man or woman with wet hair who would get the job? | Letter

Perception of baldness among men and women in professional settings.

How the meaning of colour varies per culture

Rainbows calm people down, red jerseys signify aggression, green articulates sustainability.

Do you see what he sees? Enle Li's animations show how subjective our experience of nature really is

In Enle Li's artwork, the relationship between human and nature is depicted as a perpetual give and take, highlighting the subjective nature of perception.

Fairness, a Trump obsession, Is Central to Jury Selection for His Criminal Trial

Donald J. Trump often views the world in terms of fairness, believing he is treated unfairly by news outlets, political rivals, and prosecutors.

My Synesthesia Transforms Speech into Text I See' in My Head

Living with ticker-tape synesthesia, where spoken words are automatically translated into written ones in the mind's eye.
Ticker-tape synesthesia is a distinctive way of perceiving the world, where speech-to-text conversion happens involuntarily for the individual.

Rare Condition Makes Man See Everybody as a Demon

Rare neurological disorder called prosopometamorphopsia causes distorted facial perceptions.
Human brain can exhibit bizarre symptoms affecting perception of reality.

Sorry, I can't explain this bamboozling new optical illusion

The 'bumpy circle illusion' challenges perception.
Scientists are still unsure about the cause of the illusion.

Chapman pushes back on negative SF narrative: 'I'm comfortable here'

MLB free agents signing with San Francisco Giants despite alleged player reluctance
Matt Chapman's positive outlook on playing for the Giants and potential to attract more players

Readers Respond to the November 2023 Issue

Grammar in language influences our perception of the world.
Children raised in dual cultures operate with distinct thought processes.

The Hidden Factor, by Steven Skaggs | Logo Design Love

Visual design incorporates marks found in our surroundings.
Perception of visual elements depends on factors like edges and directionality.

Human or fake? How AI is distorting beauty standards video

AI-generated images are becoming indistinguishable from real ones.
Challenges to perception and trust arise as fake images impact industries like modeling and marketing.

kinetic cloud's floating lenses by vincent leroy deform louvre's facade

Leroy's Lens Cloud uses optical lenses to create a kinetic cloud at the Louvre.
The installation challenges perception by transforming architectural elements into a kaleidoscopic vision.

49ers' Kyle Shanahan calls claim he can't win a big game 'extremely inaccurate'

Kyle Shanahan has faced disappointment in three Super Bowls, losing all three appearances in dramatic fashion.
Shanahan refutes the notion that he can't win big games, pointing out the 49ers have won numerous significant games during his tenure.

What your face says about you, according to science

Our faces can reveal hidden details of our personalities.
Eyebrows play a significant role in facial expression and perception.

Men and women with low voices are seen as more attractive, study finds

People with lower pitch voices are more appealing for long-term relationships.
Men with low voices are seen as more formidable and prestigious among other men.

Where Will Virtual Reality Take Us?

Virtual reality has evolved significantly since its inception, but the author believes that what they experience and enjoy about VR is different from what it means to many enthusiasts today.
The author reflects on their early days of promoting VR and acknowledges that they may have been caught up in the excitement and over-promised its capabilities.

One of our favourite optical illusions has finally come to life

There is a viral video of a horse walking in the snow that has been causing confusion among viewers who can't determine which direction it is going.
There is conflicting debate online about whether the horse is walking towards or away from the camera.

Immanuel Kant - What is Beauty? - Ralph Ammer

Beauty leads us to truth and goodness, according to Immanuel Kant.
Beauty is a harmonious play between our senses and understanding.

When You Think You're Doing Good Work - But Others Don't

Perception of your work may not align with your own
Taking steps to reflect, seek feedback, learn, and reach out for support can change negative perception

Sainsbury's challenges its pricey reputation in value-focused ad

Sainsbury's releases value-driven campaign to challenge perception of being an expensive supermarket chain
Ad features real Sainsbury's staff explaining low prices and good quality

Wu tackles BPS struggles, affordable housing in second State of the City address

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu focused on perseverance and hope during her State of the City address.
Wu highlighted the city's housing crisis and school struggles and announced a new perk for Boston Public School students.

Most design "awards" are not what they seem to be

Most design awards require designers to apply and pay a fee, which may give a misleading perception of their worth.
Designers who actively seek awards may prioritize marketing efforts over design skills.

What Is Artificial General Intelligence?

Artificial general intelligence (AGI) is a hypothetical form of AI that can perform human-level cognitive functions.
AGI should have advanced perceptual capacities to interpret and interact with its surroundings.
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Trusting ChatGPT helps to improve it

User's beliefs about an AI agent can impact their perception of its reliability, empathy, and effectiveness.
AI's behavior is influenced by user behavior, which in turn is influenced by their understanding of the AI agent.

What experts are predicting for Sunday's Patriots-Chargers game

The Patriots were flexed out of Monday Night Football for the first time ever, replaced by the Eagles and Seahawks.
The perception of the Patriots nationwide has decreased to the point where a game against the Chiefs was deemed less compelling than Eagles-Seahawks.

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall, Who's The Prettiest Spotify Wrapped Of Them All? | Defector

People are curious about how they are perceived by others.
The mirror is not an accurate representation of oneself.
Spotify Wrapped is an algorithmic content generator that shows users their listening habits from the year.
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