This distance is very dependent, however, on culture. In Vienna, Austria it is more than one meter, but in Bangkok, Thailand it may be very close or equal to zero. Handicapped people are able to reinforce their senses and thus make up, to some extent, for their handicaps. Blind people are more sensitive in hearing and touch. Senses may also become transferred.
Some people see colors when listening to music or hear sounds while reading.
Others can be blindfolded and are able to distinguish colors by touch. Unified Perception Unified perception is based on the philosophy of Jiddu Krishnamurti , a world-renowned religious philosopher and educator. The basic idea is to perceive the present in a very concentrated way with all five senses functioning in an optimal manner. The best way to experience this very interesting form of perception is to sit down on a chair or on the floor. Then, try to perceive everything which is going on around you with all five senses at the same time.