 The Perception Process Perception is the process by which we attach meaning to the world around us. Our world consists of the people, experiences, and objects that influence us. We become aware of the world around us through our senses. Sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. Perception is unique to each person. No two people view the world exactly the same. No one can perceive 100% of all things at all times. The Perception Process consists of three stages, selection, organization, and interpretation. Selection Selection is the first stage in the Perception Process. In this stage, we select stimuli to which we attend. We select the stimuli through our senses, sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. Organization Organization is the second stage in the Perception Process. In this stage, we mentally arrange the stimuli or information so we can understand or make sense out of the stimuli. Interpretation Interpretation is the third stage in the Perception Process. In this stage, we attach meaning to the stimuli. Our interpretations are subjective and based on our values, needs, beliefs, experiences, expectations, involvement, self-concept, and other personal factors. You have completed the Perception Process.