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This LinkedIn post by Samer Chidiac, an executive advisor and futurist, explores the concept of selective perception. He uses an intriguing anecdote, starting with the phrase "Don't look at the girl with the green shirt," to illustrate how our brains actively filter information based on what we're expecting to see. This leads to the central idea that we only perceive what we are ready or willing to see, highlighting how pre-existing beliefs and desires shape our perception of reality. Chidiac connects this to the Law of Attraction, suggesting that our optimistic or pessimistic outlook influences our experiences. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of consciously choosing what we focus on, drawing inspiration from the Matrix, and encouraging readers to embrace an optimistic perspective and seek opportunities even amidst challenges.
This LinkedIn post by Samer Chidiac, an executive advisor and futurist, explores the concept of selective perception. He uses an intriguing anecdote, starting with the phrase "Don't look at the girl with the green shirt," to illustrate how our brains actively filter information based on what we're expecting to see. This leads to the central idea that we only perceive what we are ready or willing to see, highlighting how pre-existing beliefs and desires shape our perception of reality. Chidiac connects this to the Law of Attraction, suggesting that our optimistic or pessimistic outlook influences our experiences. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of consciously choosing what we focus on, drawing inspiration from the Matrix, and encouraging readers to embrace an optimistic perspective and seek opportunities even amidst challenges.