For one thing, wouldn't it make sense to perceive the world as being entirely subjective? Consider the idea that what we perceive is through our five senses, all unique onto each individual and subject to interpretation by our brains. As you know, each person perceives things in different ways, sometimes radically different ways as they arrange stimuli to structure a reality that complements their perspective. Perspective that is a creation you, yourself are responsible for creating.
A favourite quote of mine comes from no other than Buddha himself, when he pointed out:
"the mind is everything, what you think, you become."
This is such a beautiful and poignant truth that still sparkles in my head each time I am reminded of these words. It is all about inner perception and how you view yourself can heavily influence the events and persons that transpire in life.
There is a story I am reminded of, from the dusty vaults of Buddhism as well - That involved a student asking his master the question that every human being asks at one point or another in their lifetime.
"Master. Who am I?"
To this, the wise sage pointed towards the small cot that the student slept upon.
"Go to your room, think nothing of a bull and do not come out until I tell you to."
Confused, the student obliged and sat in his room for several weeks thinking of a bull.
Eventually, the master walked past and was asked by the student when he would be able to leave the room.
Smiling, the master inquired, "Why should you not leave your room? Come outside."
The student hesitated at this invitation, frowning heavily as he stood inches away from the door.
"What's wrong?" The master asked. "Why won't you come out?"
With a quizzical expression on his face, the student responded, almost with embarrassment.
"Master, I cannot! My horns are too big!"
What you think, you shall become. Perception is everything.
