We hear a great deal about self-esteem. But what is self-esteem, really? Self-esteem is our opinion of ourselves, based on others' perceptions. So, how is it that we all, or at least many of us, have ...

What's the image you present to the world? And do you see yourself the same way? This hour, TED speakers add new dimensions to the idea of self perception. Guests include portrait photographer David ...

What if I told you that the way others see you directly influences whether they want to hire you? Would you believe me? What if you learned that you come across as gruff or difficult to people you're ...

Although patients with cancer may feel both grateful and grief towards their bodies, one expert emphasizes how important seeking support from a professional can be throughout this process. Some ...

When it comes to personality, it turns out your peers probably think the same way about you as you do about yourself. When it comes to self-assessment, new U of T research suggests that maybe we do ...

The result of taking a photo is not always encouraging; you may not really recognize yourself in the picture. One reason for this may be that the photograph does not show us mirrored as we are used to ...

I recently read the manuscript of a soon-to-be-published scholarly book looking at one of Kansas’ major cities. It was filled with sharp observations and smart ideas; when it’s published, I’ll buy ...

The way we can control ourselves has a lot to do with the way people perceive us. According to a recent study published in ...

The path to leadership excellence is challenging and rewarding, requiring a deep understanding of oneself and the impact one has on others. The essence of leadership profoundly resonates with the ...

The phenomenological reflection of „deception“ and „self-deception“ occupies a central place in Max Scheler's whole phenomenological period. In contrast with „self-givenness“, „deception“ essentially ...

It’s an age-old debate in the gay community: does size matter? Well, according to a new study in the scientific journal The Aging Male, it does. At least, in the eyes of the beholder. The relatively ...