... science and the limitations of language need to be discussed in order to understand our 'reality'. Plato's first order of reality is that which links to, "everyday experience, visible and sensible things".3 These 'experiences' are recognised and interpreted by our senses and apply to material objects and events happening to, or around us. This order of reality is contested and considered a fallible approach because it relies on the five senses, which can be confused or deceived. However, I am inclined to support Cypher's4 statement that, "what is real is that which provides the most vivid and pleasurable experience".5 After all if 'reality' cannot be recognised by the senses, then how can it be recognised at all? It makes sense that the most noticeable experiences are those that define one's 'reality'. This is supported by the 'average persons'6 understanding of 'reality'. The majority of people asked how they recognise 'reality' replied, ...

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