self-perception
noun
self-per·cep·tion
ˌself-pər-ˈsep-shən 
: perception of oneself
especially
: self-concept
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Early experiences and parenting styles can also shape a child’s self-perception and emotional health.
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Matt Villano, CNN, 21 Feb. 2025
Mercury in Pisces square to Jupiter in Gemini on February 20: Release outdated self-perceptions.
—Colin Bedell, Them, 13 Feb. 2025
Because of this, the feedback received from others helps shape our self-perception.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 5 Feb. 2025
Not only that, but the vast majority have also been subjected to the misguided self-perceptions of a tiny minority.
—Azhar Fateh, Fox News, 25 Jan. 2025
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Matt Villano, CNN, 21 Feb. 2025
Mercury in Pisces square to Jupiter in Gemini on February 20: Release outdated self-perceptions.
—Colin Bedell, Them, 13 Feb. 2025
Because of this, the feedback received from others helps shape our self-perception.
—Allie Volpe, Vox, 5 Feb. 2025
Not only that, but the vast majority have also been subjected to the misguided self-perceptions of a tiny minority.
—Azhar Fateh, Fox News, 25 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for self-perception
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“Self-perception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-perception. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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