Introduction
The article brings a new conceptualization that correlates shared reality that is archetypical that based on several conditions. These conditions focus on shared reality as a psychological obligation by people who want to share their experiences with other people. One of the conditions is that shared reality is subjectively perceived by a person’s inner feelings and state of self. These inner states are inconspicuous. That is, the shared reality does not involve observable features. The second condition for shared reality is; it should refer to a specific target. The third condition for shared reality depends on the inner state feelings of an individual which should be inconspicuous as discussed above. Nonetheless, these inner states should be adequately motivated. And lastly, the shared reality should heavily involve and draw a parallel with other peoples’ inner state. The article emphasizes the approach of research on the perspective of “saying– is–believing effect”. This effect exemplifies the formulation of complex interpersonal communication. This approach later expounds on the constructs like empathy, theory of the mind, embodied synchrony, and knowledge that is socially distributed. In addition, this research approach ideally promotes an inclusive and distinguished comprehension of socially shared phenomena that are real (Echterhoff 496).
Key points
Key points addressed in this article are not only fundamental to interpersonal communication but also to the individual self-esteem and identity created in sharing. This is because shared reality habitually depends on an innate state which is irrational and develops one’s physical growth and well-being that connects with a sense of reality. This interpersonal communication that is created is essential. This is to means that if one loses shared reality he or she becomes uncertain, very uncomfortable, and may result in physical agitation. Therefore, sharing one’s state and personal experience is essential for personal development. The second key point discussed in the article is motivation is essential in evoking inconspicuous inner states. This is essential because the epistemic motive that is behind the inner states helps to identify and comprehend the target that is specific in one’s life. That is, these motives provoke people to be connected with each other. As discussed above, there is a lot of positive importance of being and feeling connected with other people. This is because it improves the emotional well-being of a person. It provides a sense of security and fundamental self-esteem that reflects on one’s identity. Therefore, it is very essential to motivate the source of our inner state by use of adoption. Adoption will augment our personality and the overall inner self. The negative aspects will be removed or be improved at a greater deal. This can be attributed to the film industry when actors perfect their inner depiction of a particular character build-up (Echterhoff 498).
One weakness
One weakness evident in the article is the neglect of the conspicuous states. The article argues that shared reality does not involve observable features. The inner state solely depends on the inner feeling of an individual. I find this a weakness because; if the outer feelings are not put into consideration then interpersonal communication may be hindered. That is, the inner state is revealed in the outer self. This can be read in the paralinguistic features. These features may tell if someone is uninterested in sharing or is going to oblige. The feelings of the inner state are revealed to the other person in form of facial expression, frowning and these are the outer features that are fundamental in interpersonal relations that are nonetheless fundamental in the growth and personal strengthening of self-esteem and identifying of weaknesses.
One strength
One strong argument in the article is the fourth condition that states, a shared reality should incorporate the active participation of the individual with real-life experiences that are common with an individual. When shared reality heavily involves and draws a parallel with other peoples’ inner state there is potential fulfillment of the epistemic motives that are motivated. This involves the subjective experiences of the individual and the fundamental responsiveness of a commonality. This makes a correlation between the inner state of an individual with others. And hence improves the interpersonal relationship with new members of the society. This sharing and correlation is the referent. That is, if a person cannot be able to identify the real inner self he or she can mimic or be motivated to create a sense of inner self that connects to other established states (Echterhoff 500).
Thoughtful reflection
From the article it is amazing to find this thoughtful reflection that shared reality is not only based on the self inner state but it is a correlation of inner states with other people. Moreover, I am encouraged to have relevant experiences that have a commonality that is perfect to be shared between other people. This commonality should be driven and motivated. This will postulate the epistemic and relation motive that instigates the inner state. From the above argument, I can therefore reflect on my interpersonal relationships to the maxim that states “saying– is–believing effect”. This will focus me to indulge in interpersonal communication. This will give a realization and a path-way to the full understanding of my inner state about my target and elementary experience of shared reality which will be target referent. However, the article makes me wonder that if the outer feelings are not put into consideration then interpersonal communication may be hindered. The intrinsic and extrinsic features of relative and epistemic motive that instigates the inner self should be put into consideration! Amazingly the article makes one extend the empathy, theory of the mind, embodied synchrony, and knowledge that is socially distributed to the outer environment willingly and cleverly.
Conclusion
In conclusion, because the paper deals with the conditions that determine shared reality. Therefore, it is essential to understand how shared reality is subjectively perceived by a person’s inner feelings and state of self. How are these inner states? Should they be conspicuous? Hence, we find that these inner states are inconspicuous. The article explains further that shared reality does not involve observable features. Therefore, this evokes questions about the conspicuous paralinguistic features. The article then brings us to the second condition for shared reality. The condition as discussed above is essential because shared realty should refer to a specific target. This self target is innate and is determined by epistemic and relative motives. This motive then ushers us to the third condition for shared reality. That is, shared reality depends on the inner state feelings of an individual which should be inconspicuous as discussed above. Nonetheless, these inner states should be adequately motivated. And lastly, the article summarizes artistically that shared reality should heavily involve and draw a parallel with other peoples’ inner state. The article emphasizes the approach of research on the perspective of “saying– is–believing effect”. This effect exemplifies the formulation of complex interpersonal communication. This approach later expounds on the constructs like empathy, theory of the mind, embodied synchrony, and knowledge that is socially distributed. In addition, this research approach ideally promotes an inclusive and distinguished comprehension of socially shared phenomena that is real. However, the article has several weaknesses and strengths as discussed above. Therefore, the article gives a clear definition of shared reality from a psychological perspective bearing in mind the individual and the surrounding environment (Echterhoff 496).
Work Cited
Echterhoff, Gerald et al. Shared reality: Experiencing commonality with others’ inner states about the world. Perspectives on Psychological Science. Colombia: Colombia University, 2009. 4, 496-521. Print.