We will act consistently with our view of who we truly are, whether that view is accurate or not.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People behave in alignment with their self-concept regardless of its accuracy.
- In plain terms
- You act based on who you think you are.
- What can you take from it?
- Self-perception guides behavior.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who do you believe you are?
- Does your behavior match your identity?
Another view
Stress or crisis can force actions that contradict self-view.
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