EP 22: Self Perception and Other's Perspectives

EP 22: Self Perspective and Other’s Perspectives

In this episode looking at contrast between self-perception and others' perspectives.  This episode pairs well with Critical Thinking and Self Talk episodes. 

Self-Perception
Definition: How you see, evaluate, and understand yourself.

Someone Else's Perspective
Definition: How others view, evaluate, and interpret you.

How You Can Leverage This Concept
Recognize Subjectivity: Action: Pause and remind yourself that their perspective is valid to them, even if it conflicts with yours.

1. Ask Open-Ended Questions
2. Separate Intent from Impact
3. Put Yourself in Their Shoes
4. Be Open to Feedback
5. Reflect on Similarities
6. Avoid Assumptions

Steps to Take
Pause and Reflect

1. Ask Questions
2. Listen
3. Summarize to Them
4. Respond Thoughtfully

Practicing these skills will allow you to foster an emotional connection and break down judgments and assumptions. It also promotes patience and understanding, increases compassion, and builds trust. Additionally, it expands your own understanding, encourages acts of kindness, and helps you see things from their point of view—all foundational parts of healthy relationships and communication.

Steps Using Perspective for Empathy
Be Curious

1. Listen Actively
2. Acknowledge Their Emotions
3. Imagine Their Experience
4. Respond Thoughtfully

Using Perception/Perspective in Business
- Deeper customer/client understanding
- Uncover underlying needs
- Provide better-informed insight
- Better frame the conversation for the listener
- Build storytelling to fit the situation
- Challenge assumptions you may have
- Increased customer engagement
- Higher perceived value added
- Stronger customer conversion/relationships

By understanding someone else’s perspective, you strengthen your ability to connect emotionally, reduce conflict, and build stronger, more empathetic relationships. 

Resources:
●      YouTube Ted Talk with Heather Hansen about How Perspective Trumps Empathy

●      Leaders Developing Empathy Podcast

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