Daryl Bem

Dear Reader, Do you ever take a moment to ponder upon the image that you see when you look in the mirror? The reflection staring back at you is not just a physical manifestation but also a testament to the psychological concept of self-perception. A fascinating subject, self-perception is the image we have of ourselves, which has a profound influence on our thoughts, feelings, and actions. We are the narrators of our life story. However, the way we perceive ourselves is not always an accurate reflection of reality. Our self-perception is shaped by a variety of factors, including our experiences, relationships, societal expectations, and even the media. It is not static but continually evolving, affected by our actions, our successes and failures, and feedback from others. The concept of self-perception was popularized by psychologist Daryl Bem’s Self-Perception Theory. He proposed that we deduce our inner feelings and abilities based on […]