The document discusses models and their relationship to reality. It notes that models are representations of reality, not reality itself, and different people may perceive the same event in different ways. Phenomenologists aim to model human experience and perceptions, rather than just observable behaviors alone. The complexity of human interactions is explored, with various meanings and realities potentially present in the same event. Navigating social situations requires consideration of multiple perspectives and realities that may be in play.

1. USING MODELS