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Emotional context
the emotional state that becomes fused with perception and memory, shaping what is encoded, retrieved, and interpreted rather than simply filtering incoming data
Why This Is a Definition
This definition captures the core concept introduced in the lesson - that emotional context is not just a distortion filter but an integral part of perception itself. It distinguishes between emotional context and emotional bias, and explains how it affects encoding, retrieval, and meaning construction. The definition uses precise language about fusion with content rather than mere filtering.