James Farrington's "A How to Guide"

How to Perceive an Other

Step 1: Unconsciously internalize social norms and prejudices.

Step 2: Ignore self.

Step 3: Ignore other.

Step 4: Unconsciously apply unconsciously internalized social norms and prejudices to ignored other.

Step 5: Unconsciously believe that the unconscious application of the unconsciously internalized social norms and prejudices to the ignored other is a fully conscious act of your own choosing and freewill.

Step 6: Unconsciously believe that the unconscious application of unconsciously internalized social norms and prejudices to the ignored other represents an

accurate definition and categorization of the ignored other’s self.

Step 7: Consciously congratulate yourself for being such a good judge of character.

Editor's Note: Please remember to never apply active conscious thought to the consideration of an other. Applying conscious thought to an other has the potential to negate all of the above 7 steps and may even lead you to critically engage with your self rather than easily negating another human being's existence. We highly recommend you avoid any such action. Such actions can lead to growth, change, and new insights. These are all detrimental to having a safe and happy social life. And your safety and happiness are our top most priority. Remember, a safe and happy person is best for all.