When I mention the "common perceptual sphere" is is to the vulgar reference frame to which I refer. There is a psychological "ether" of sorts that exists. It is very difficult to pin down in terms of its precise qualities, as well as how it works in the gory detail. But there are readily observable generalities of which most people are aware, if even only tacitly and vaguely so.
Media, especially news outlets, seem to hold an inordinate level of influence in determining the shape of this sphere - of molding the forms of statistically measurable "public opinion" on any of a seemingly endless menu of issues, the vast majority of them ultimately political in nature.
This is the art and science of propaganda, and it is the common perceptual sphere to which it addresses its efforts. By altering and shaping the statistically relevant proportions of mean perception, which is the realm of the sphere, vast power is wielded. Where mind goes, Brother Ass follows.
One is well behooved to afford due respect to this aspect of widespread human experience. It is a village commons of sorts, only far more significant in its raw power to alter the courses of human events. It would serve us well to pay close attention and form our opinions in accord with basic sense. In this case, awareness is at least half the battle. When one is aware he is being manipulated, he is able to take corrective measures in his thinking, and thereby his actions.
Until next time, please accept my best wishes.
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