2. How Do You Compare Your Self-perception To Others' Perception About You?

2. How do you compare your self-perception to others’ perception about you?

As a result, we tend to perceive ourselves via something known as “introspection”, which means looking inwards to our inner feelings and thoughts. On the other hand while perceiving others we use something known as “extrospection”, looking outwards to observable and external behavior.

Self-perception is simply being aware of who you are, what you’re like, and what you’re capable of. Your self-perception goes beyond positive self-esteem, though. … Adjusting your self-perception comes down to being honest with yourself. Recognizing your weak points helps you identify when you need to ask for help.

“In general, people tend to see themselves through their own subjective lens,” clinical psychologist Dr. Carla Marie Manly, tells Bustle. “That subjectivity tends to cloud one’s perspective.” With this bias, it’s natural that people see themselves differently than others see them.