From the course: Developing Self-Awareness
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Stepping outside of yourself
- When did you last have a conversation with a friend and discover you perceived the exact same situation in a different way? Sometimes the differences can be so extreme, we wonder if we're even talking about the same situation. How can two friends who have so much in common see a scenario in completely different ways? The answer is perspective. Everyone has their own perspective, their individual opinions, values, ideas, and ideals. We all have our own history and unique way that we process information in our heads. Our perspective feels like the truth. It's the way we see the world and it dictates how we interact with others. But the fact is, my perspective is no more truthful than yours, it's just a difference in the way that we see the world. I remember very early on in my psychology career, I had a realization that there were no right answers when it comes to how individuals view the world and make decisions. We're…
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