Ep. 546: The History of Adventure
The MeatEater Podcast
The Perceived Size of Space
The story of Casper Mansker, who was kept captive in a rock hut his whole life, highlights the concept of space perception. Mansker, upon being freed, viewed the confined space he was in as vast because no matter where he looked, there it was. This unique perspective showcases how the human brain can interpret space based on individual experiences and references.
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