Approach Quote by Rudolf von Laban
“All changes in space which we see, hear, smell or taste are literally tactile impressions. All our senses are variations of our unique sense of touch. Two approaching objects touch one another when they finally meet without a noticeable space between them. ... This is what happens in any condensing matter in which the outer aspects move towards a centre... Each single part of matter approaches its neighboring part until the two collide, causing an impact or a pressure. It is space, which appears and disappears between and round object and in the movements of the particles of the object.”
About This Quote
All sensory experiences are forms of touch, as they involve interaction between matter and the perceiver, highlighting the interconnectedness of perception and physical space.
In simple terms: All senses are types of touch.
Key Takeaway
Recognize perception as tactile interaction.
Themes
perception
physics
interconnectedness
Mood
analytical
curious
Type
philosophical
scientific
When to use this quote
- design
- education
- physics research
Key Concepts
phenomenology
sensory science
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your understanding of perception?
- Can tactile metaphor improve learning?
A Different Perspective
Concept may oversimplify distinct neural pathways.
