This text explores the relationship between the object of thought and its periphery, drawing an analogy with peripheral vision. The author examines how intellectual intentions are accompanied by secondary associations and conceptual connections that are not the focus of immediate attention but form a necessary context. A significant element of the discussion is the distinction between the immediate environment and the "Umwelt" (surrounding world), where the Umwelt includes elements that are not currently present but play a role in the subject's intentionality. The author critiques the notion of an object as an isolated entity "in itself" and demonstrates that an object's status is determined by the subject's interest and needs, rather than mere physical presence, as illustrated by the example of a sated tiger. This selectivity and intentionality are speculatively compared to processes at the chemical level, where atoms may exhibit a degree of selectivity when choosing bonding partners. The text thus offers a deep insight into the issues of perception, intentionality, and the constitution of objectivity in both thought and nature.