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.

Meerkat mob on group lookout.Panoramic perception evolved to recognise movements and changes, actually happening, here and now. Focusing is by definition selective. At best, we can only focus on a specific part of what is here and now.

But the underlying difference is that it's not possible to want anything with panoramic awareness.

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 based on focusing.

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

Please Contact Me with any ideas or questions – Robin Stuart
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