Feeling others have better lives is a natural tendency. Dr. Le Goy explains it stems from "Focusing Illusion". Social media makes us more prone to comparing ourselves
Traditional education viewed learning as formal discipline. Individual differences in learning were initially attributed to intelligence. Modern research focuses on metacognition and social influences
First described by Dunning and Kruger in 1999. People with low knowledge overestimate their abilities. Experts tend to underestimate their own knowledge. Forms an inverted U-shaped pattern
Leon Festinger proposed social comparison theory in 1954. Herbert Hyman's 1942 paper laid foundation for theory. Theory explains self-evaluation through comparing oneself to others
Beauty is skin deep, not just physical appearance. Formal compliments like "stunning" work best in professional settings. These phrases are appropriate for strangers and those feeling down about appearance
BDI is a 21-item self-report depression assessment tool. Questionnaire evaluates mood, pessimism, and various psychological symptoms. Participants rate their health over past two weeks