But with my senses activated, I extend out as far as I can see
   and hear and sense. It comes into me and makes up me, along with
   the gurglings of the intestines and brains alike and their
   products.

   That includes the social mirrors for comparison. That's why I
   communicate at all; to get feedback to confirm:
   a) Yes, I'm really here
   b) Is my opinion shared? If so I get the pleasant feeling of
   certainty, which is addictive.
   c) If my opinion is argued with, that means I am here, as I am
   worth combatting, and a sword has to hit *something* solid, even
   if it's words, therefore I am really here.
   d) If I am ignored, I might not exist.