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“When we dare to doubt what we are told and take a fresh look at what's going on, we are in for lots of pleasant and fascinating and useful surprises. A new and more satisfying way of life begins to open up, just by noticing what we see.”

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Douglas Harding

Douglas Harding was a British philosopher known for his research on visual perception and cognition. His work, particularly his book 'You Are Looking at Me: The Meaning of Perceptual Experience,' explored the nature of visual perception and introduced the famous concept that 'you see with your own eyes.' Harding's contributions have had a profound impact on the fields of cognitive science and philosophy. more

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