Looking-Glass Self (Explained in 3 Minutes)

The looking-glass self is a concept from sociologist Charles Cooley, explaining how individuals form their self-concept based on their perceptions of how others view them. It involves imagining how we appear to others, imagining their judgments of that appearance, and developing feelings about ourselves based on these perceived judgments. This process helps shape our identity and self-esteem. Essentially, our self-image is influenced by the reflections of ourselves we see in others' reactions and opinions.