You experience the world in rich, distinctive, and profound ways. For example, the sight of clear blue skies on a crisp fall morning might immediately take you back to school days. This astonishing ability to perceive and remember your surroundings is all thanks to your eight (yes, eight!) senses.
Each person interacts with the senses differently (and may even neglect some), which shapes your memories and experiences. Learning about your sensory preferences and cultivating all your senses can enrich your quality of life.
Sight (aka the visual system)
Your eyes and brain take in everything you see (including color, shape, orientation, and motion) and process this information. Vision is the most dominant and complex sense, and actively engaging with it can help you navigate the world with more intention.
How to tune in
• Look at your usual surroundings with a fresh perspective and register the new details you find.
• Visit someplace new, like an art gallery, and take in all the colors, shapes, and movement around you.