{"id":518075,"date":"2025-04-24T00:02:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T00:02:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=518075"},"modified":"2025-04-24T00:02:41","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T00:02:41","slug":"what-is-a-false-illusion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a false illusion?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#Unmasking_Reality_What_is_a_False_Illusion\" title=\"Unmasking Reality: What is a False Illusion?\">Unmasking Reality: What is a False Illusion?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#Delving_Deeper_Types_of_Illusions\" title=\"Delving Deeper: Types of Illusions\">Delving Deeper: Types of Illusions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#The_Danger_of_Collective_False_Illusions\" title=\"The Danger of Collective False Illusions\">The Danger of Collective False Illusions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#Unraveling_the_Mystery\" title=\"Unraveling the Mystery\">Unraveling the Mystery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_False_Illusions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About False Illusions\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About False Illusions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#1_What_is_the_difference_between_an_illusion_and_a_hallucination\" title=\"1. What is the difference between an illusion and a hallucination?\">1. What is the difference between an illusion and a hallucination?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#2_Can_illusions_be_used_for_manipulation\" title=\"2. Can illusions be used for manipulation?\">2. Can illusions be used for manipulation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#3_Are_some_people_more_prone_to_illusions_than_others\" title=\"3. Are some people more prone to illusions than others?\">3. Are some people more prone to illusions than others?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#4_Can_illusions_be_cured_or_treated\" title=\"4. Can illusions be cured or treated?\">4. Can illusions be cured or treated?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#5_What_is_a_delusion\" title=\"5. What is a delusion?\">5. What is a delusion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#6_How_are_illusions_used_in_art_and_entertainment\" title=\"6. How are illusions used in art and entertainment?\">6. How are illusions used in art and entertainment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#7_What_is_a_%E2%80%9Cliteral_illusion%E2%80%9D\" title=\"7. What is a &#8220;literal illusion&#8221;?\">7. What is a &#8220;literal illusion&#8221;?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#8_How_do_cognitive_biases_contribute_to_illusions\" title=\"8. How do cognitive biases contribute to illusions?\">8. How do cognitive biases contribute to illusions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#9_Is_everything_we_perceive_an_illusion\" title=\"9. Is everything we perceive an illusion?\">9. Is everything we perceive an illusion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#10_What_role_do_expectations_play_in_creating_illusions\" title=\"10. What role do expectations play in creating illusions?\">10. What role do expectations play in creating illusions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#11_Can_illusions_be_beneficial\" title=\"11. Can illusions be beneficial?\">11. Can illusions be beneficial?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#12_What_is_the_relationship_between_illusion_and_deception\" title=\"12. What is the relationship between illusion and deception?\">12. What is the relationship between illusion and deception?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#13_How_can_we_become_more_aware_of_our_own_illusions\" title=\"13. How can we become more aware of our own illusions?\">13. How can we become more aware of our own illusions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#14_Are_illusions_always_visual\" title=\"14. Are illusions always visual?\">14. Are illusions always visual?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/#15_What_is_the_biggest_illusion_of_life\" title=\"15. What is the biggest illusion of life?\">15. What is the biggest illusion of life?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unmasking_Reality_What_is_a_False_Illusion\"><\/span>Unmasking Reality: What is a False Illusion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>A <strong>false illusion<\/strong> is a complex concept that lies at the intersection of perception, belief, and reality. At its core, a false illusion is a <strong>misleading impression of reality<\/strong> that is not based on an actual sensory stimulus or misinterpretation of one. In simpler terms, it&#8217;s a perception that isn&#8217;t triggered by anything real and is purely a construct of the mind, or, it&#8217;s a <strong>misunderstanding or incorrect interpretation<\/strong> of something real that is distorted beyond recognition. The key difference is that while a true illusion involves some real-world input (like a visual trick of light or a misleading sound), a false illusion is born entirely from within.<\/p>\n<p>This differentiates it from a <strong>true illusion<\/strong>, which is a misrepresentation of a &#8220;real&#8221; sensory stimulus \u2013 an interpretation that contradicts objective &#8220;reality,&#8221; but is based on real input to the senses. A child mistaking tree branches for goblins at night is an example of a true illusion; the branches are real, but the interpretation is skewed. A <strong>false illusion<\/strong>, in contrast, might be the belief that there&#8217;s a monster in the closet when there&#8217;s absolutely nothing there to begin with, and no real stimulus is misinterpreted into something else.<\/p>\n<p>False illusions often overlap with concepts like <strong>hallucinations<\/strong> and <strong>delusions<\/strong>, but they are not precisely the same. Hallucinations are false perceptions involving any of the senses\u2014sight, sound, smell, touch, or taste\u2014that occur in the absence of external stimuli. Delusions are false, fixed beliefs that are not amenable to change in light of conflicting evidence. A false illusion can feed into a delusion, forming the basis for a strongly held, but incorrect, conviction.<\/p>\n<p>Think of it this way: a mirage in the desert (caused by the refraction of light) is a true illusion. The brain misinterprets the light as water. Believing you&#8217;re being followed by government agents despite any evidence, however, could be an example of a delusion stemming from a false illusion \u2013 a deeply ingrained, unsupported belief.<\/p>\n<p>False illusions can arise from various sources, including <strong>cognitive biases<\/strong>, <strong>psychological vulnerabilities<\/strong>, and even <strong>cultural influences<\/strong>. They highlight the fascinating and sometimes fallible nature of human perception.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delving_Deeper_Types_of_Illusions\"><\/span>Delving Deeper: Types of Illusions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To truly grasp the concept of a false illusion, it&#8217;s helpful to understand the broader categories of illusions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Physical Illusions:<\/strong> These are caused by the physical properties of light, sound, or other stimuli. Examples include rainbows or the bent appearance of a straw in a glass of water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Physiological Illusions:<\/strong> These arise from the way our sensory organs and nervous system process information. Afterimages or motion sickness are examples.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Cognitive Illusions:<\/strong> These are the most complex, stemming from our brain&#8217;s unconscious inferences and interpretations. They involve our knowledge, expectations, and past experiences, and can include the <strong>Ambiguities, distortions, paradoxes, and fictions.<\/strong> False Illusions usually fall into the realm of Cognitive Illusions, which are largely internally driven perceptions that do not correspond with objective reality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Danger_of_Collective_False_Illusions\"><\/span>The Danger of Collective False Illusions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When false illusions become widespread within a society, they can have dangerous consequences. This phenomenon, sometimes referred to as &#8220;<strong>collective illusions<\/strong>,&#8221; occurs when a false consensus emerges, where people believe that others share their views and beliefs when they actually don&#8217;t. This can lead to <strong>misguided policies<\/strong>, <strong>social divisions<\/strong>, and a general <strong>erosion of trust<\/strong> in institutions and each other.<\/p>\n<p>A related concept to this is <strong>moral illusions<\/strong>, which can occur in competitive situations when people judge fairness differently depending on whether they are successful or not. This illustrates how our perceptions can be easily skewed by our own self-interest. To get a better understanding of human perception and learn about the mind, visit the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> to continue learning.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unraveling_the_Mystery\"><\/span>Unraveling the Mystery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Understanding false illusions is crucial for developing <strong>critical thinking skills<\/strong>, promoting <strong>intellectual humility<\/strong>, and fostering a more <strong>accurate understanding of ourselves and the world around us<\/strong>. By recognizing the potential for our perceptions to be distorted, we can become more vigilant against manipulation, more open to alternative perspectives, and better equipped to navigate the complexities of life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_False_Illusions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About False Illusions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some frequently asked questions regarding illusions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_difference_between_an_illusion_and_a_hallucination\"><\/span>1. What is the difference between an illusion and a hallucination?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An <strong>illusion<\/strong> is a misinterpretation of a real sensory stimulus. A <strong>hallucination<\/strong> is a perception of something that isn&#8217;t actually present; there is no external stimulus to misinterpret. False Illusions are closer to hallucinations because the perception arises even without the presence of any external stimulus.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_illusions_be_used_for_manipulation\"><\/span>2. Can illusions be used for manipulation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, illusions can be intentionally used to manipulate people&#8217;s perceptions and beliefs. This is common in magic tricks, advertising, and even political propaganda. <strong>Illusion manipulation<\/strong> is a potent tool, shaping people&#8217;s understanding and behavior.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Are_some_people_more_prone_to_illusions_than_others\"><\/span>3. Are some people more prone to illusions than others?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, certain factors can make individuals more susceptible to illusions, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cognitive biases:<\/strong> Predispositions to think in certain ways that can distort perception.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Emotional state:<\/strong> Anxiety, stress, or fear can amplify the likelihood of misinterpreting sensory information.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prior experiences:<\/strong> Past experiences can shape our expectations and influence how we perceive new stimuli.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mental health conditions:<\/strong> Certain conditions can alter sensory processing and increase susceptibility to illusions and hallucinations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Can_illusions_be_cured_or_treated\"><\/span>4. Can illusions be cured or treated?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>True Illusions can&#8217;t necessarily be &#8220;cured&#8221; because they&#8217;re natural perceptual processes. However, understanding how they work can help us to avoid being fooled by them. False illusions, especially those linked to underlying mental health conditions, may be treatable with therapy, medication, or other interventions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_a_delusion\"><\/span>5. What is a delusion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>delusion<\/strong> is a false, fixed belief that is not based on reality and is resistant to change, even in the face of contradictory evidence.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_are_illusions_used_in_art_and_entertainment\"><\/span>6. How are illusions used in art and entertainment?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Illusions are commonly used in art and entertainment to create <strong>visual trickery<\/strong>, <strong>suspense<\/strong>, or <strong>humor<\/strong>. Examples include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Optical illusions in paintings and sculptures.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Magic tricks that rely on misdirection and sleight of hand.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Film and television effects that create the illusion of reality.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_a_%E2%80%9Cliteral_illusion%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>7. What is a &#8220;literal illusion&#8221;?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A <strong>literal illusion<\/strong> is where the image you see is different from the images that make it up.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_How_do_cognitive_biases_contribute_to_illusions\"><\/span>8. How do cognitive biases contribute to illusions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Cognitive biases<\/strong> are systematic errors in thinking that can distort our perceptions and judgments. They can lead us to see patterns that aren&#8217;t there, confirm our existing beliefs, and overestimate the likelihood of certain events. These biases can significantly contribute to the formation of both true and false illusions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Is_everything_we_perceive_an_illusion\"><\/span>9. Is everything we perceive an illusion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, not everything we perceive is an illusion. However, it&#8217;s important to recognize that our perceptions are always filtered through our own subjective experiences, biases, and expectations. This means that our perception of reality is never entirely objective.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_role_do_expectations_play_in_creating_illusions\"><\/span>10. What role do expectations play in creating illusions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Our expectations can heavily influence how we perceive the world. When we expect to see or hear something, we are more likely to perceive it, even if it isn&#8217;t actually there. This is known as the &#8220;expectancy effect.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Can_illusions_be_beneficial\"><\/span>11. Can illusions be beneficial?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While illusions can be deceptive, they can also be beneficial in some situations. For example, they can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Enhance creativity and imagination.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide entertainment and amusement.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Help us to understand how our brains work.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_What_is_the_relationship_between_illusion_and_deception\"><\/span>12. What is the relationship between illusion and deception?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>An <strong>illusion<\/strong> is a false or misleading perception. <strong>Deception<\/strong> is the act of intentionally causing someone to believe something that is not true. Illusions can be a tool of deception, but they are not always used intentionally.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_How_can_we_become_more_aware_of_our_own_illusions\"><\/span>13. How can we become more aware of our own illusions?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here are some strategies for becoming more aware of our own illusions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Practice critical thinking:<\/strong> Question your assumptions and beliefs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seek out diverse perspectives:<\/strong> Talk to people who have different experiences and viewpoints.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be open to feedback:<\/strong> Ask others for their honest opinions about your perceptions and judgments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cultivate mindfulness:<\/strong> Pay attention to your thoughts and feelings without judgment.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Engage with the GamesLearningSociety.org.<\/strong>: A deeper understanding of human cognition can provide insight on how we understand reality and our perceptions of it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Are_illusions_always_visual\"><\/span>14. Are illusions always visual?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, illusions can involve any of the senses, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Auditory illusions:<\/strong> Misinterpretations of sound.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tactile illusions:<\/strong> Misinterpretations of touch.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olfactory illusions:<\/strong> Misinterpretations of smell.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gustatory illusions:<\/strong> Misinterpretations of taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_What_is_the_biggest_illusion_of_life\"><\/span>15. What is the biggest illusion of life?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a subjective question, but some might argue that the biggest illusion of life is the belief that we are in complete control of our own destiny. While we have agency and can make choices, many factors beyond our control influence our lives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unmasking Reality: What is a False Illusion? A false illusion is a complex concept that lies at the intersection of perception, belief, and reality. At its core, a false illusion is a misleading impression of reality that is not based on an actual sensory stimulus or misinterpretation of one. In simpler terms, it&#8217;s a perception &#8230; <a title=\"What is a false illusion?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-is-a-false-illusion\/\" aria-label=\"More on What is a false illusion?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-518075","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/518075","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=518075"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/518075\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=518075"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=518075"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=518075"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}