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We don’t see the world as it is; we see the world as we are.
This video explores the psychology of self-perception and bias through the lens of the Dartmouth Scar Experiment—a classic study in social psychology that reveals how our expectations shape our social reality.
When individuals believe there is something “wrong” with them, the mind becomes hyper-alert to signs of judgment or rejection. Neutral expressions feel hostile. Silence feels dismissive. This phenomenon is known as expectancy bias, where perception is driven more by internal belief than external behavior.
The experiment shows that stigma does not always originate from others—it can arise internally through conditioned self-concepts, past experiences, and unresolved emotional wounds. Over time, this can create a self-fulfilling cycle of anxiety, avoidance, and misinterpretation in relationships, workplaces, and social settings.
Therapy helps by making these unconscious filters visible. By working on self-awareness, cognitive reframing, and emotional regulation, individuals can gradually shift how they interpret the world—allowing social experiences to be seen more accurately and compassionately.
This video is an invitation to reflect:
Are we responding to reality—or to an invisible scar created by our own mind?
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