Chapter Two

THE PSYCHOLOGY OF THE PANORAMA

I used to think the "here and now" was just a cliché – until i realised i was experiencing it.

Squirrel on the lookout.Panoramic perception evolved for the sole purpose of recognising movements and changes, here and now. It evolved so that animals could be open and safe in an ever changing, insecure environment.

At best, we can only focus on a specific part of what is "here". And when we do this, it is usually because we want it or like it.

But it's not possible to want anything with panoramic awareness, and this is the underlying distinction. Panoramic awareness is selfless and complete in itself.

Vulnerable animals have to be free of any specific focal point, in order to be aware of as much as possible. Hawk hunting for prey.

Predators combine their focused and panoramic abilities. They hunt for and want prey. This activity is governed by focusing.


Support Pages
How to be Now
How to Neutralise Thought
Human vs. Animal Balance
Slave To The Senses
Sensing The Changes

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