We see what we want to see, meaning what we choose to see.

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Re: We see what we want to see, meaning what we choose to see.

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Absolutely, our perceptions and emotions are shaped by the choices we make. We can choose to focus on reasons to be angry or find reasons to be happy. Ultimately, we possess the power to determine our own outlook and emotional state.
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Post by Somto Nwachukwu 1 »

I agree with you, but I also believe that in many ways, our thoughts, feelings, needs and wants are influenced by a couple of external factors. So the choice isnt totally ours at every point.

But as logical humans we should make conscious efforts to condition our minds to think in ways that will ultimately favour us and others.
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Post by Adaolisa Okoye »

The things we see are sometimes what aren't real but things projected by our minds and emotions. So because this is what we think and feel at that point, it becomes what we see thereby blurring out reality.
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Yes, this is indeed true. Not only the things you have mentioned but sometimes people hear what they want to hear rather than what is actually been said.
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How best can you advise someone to change their choice selection and “want” the better things? Because our choice greatly affect our lives, and if our wants do not align with our needs, then our choices are bad. I think…
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Post by Scholastica Daniel »

This topic " we see what we want to see" reminds me of a time I tried to convince someone on a question he asked about my Christian belief and the person failed to see reasons seemly because they just want to argue. And that is why it is important to be open minded you get to learn what true.
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Our minds have the ability to filter out everything else and keep what they want. So yes we see what we want to see. If you choose to see the good in everything, you will always see the good.
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Loner Pen wrote: June 11th, 2024, 5:41 pm Our perspective is the paintbrush that colors our world. We can choose to tint it with anger, resentment, or gratitude. The beautiful truth is that our eyes see what our heart choose to behold. Let's opt for a kaleidoscope of gratitude and behold a world that's a masterpiece of wonder and joy!
Well written, Loner. Your words don't just express your emotions but also pack a punch of realism and strength, which I believe is what makes a great writer. Well done!
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I agree. We perceive the world through the lens of our choices, shaping reality to fit our inner narratives. The angry individual perceives endless provocations, while the unforgiving soul sees only the immutable offenses that fuel their resentment.
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I believe our perception of things isn't always unique to us; sometimes, we see things similarly to others not because we interpret them differently, but because we share a similar perspective or mindset.
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The statement emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with optimistic and positive-minded individuals because their energy can influence one's own outlook significantly. It underscores the choice to prioritize positivity in one's environment for personal benefit.
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This is very true. Because even before we see things, we have already seen them in our subconscious. I believe in the law of attraction. And we only see what we imagine cos what we imagine is what we attract.
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It's important to be self-aware of the lens we view the world through. We all have biases and filters that we process information through. I try to filter everything with a lens of love. This doesn't always happen but it's something I try very hard to make a conscious effort to do.
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It's human nature to focus on what we want to see. When we're feeling down, we tend to notice more of the bad stuff. But when we're hoping for something good, we're more likely to spot it.
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Post by AGBATA DONALD Chidera »

I agree. Some people always see things a certain way, while others’ views change with their mood or how tired they are. When they’re happy, everything seems great, but when they’re down, it’s hard to shift that mindset. Getting back on track can be tough.
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