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Because we are all unique, we each experience a reality that is somewhat different from that experienced by others. Until we acknowledge our part in perceiving and making sense of reality, we are apt to experience numerous relational and communication problems. Just because others may not see the world the way we do does not mean their views are wrong. Variations in physiological, psychological, and cultural factors lead us to adopt different perspectives and attribute different meanings to experience. Perception is not something that happens to us. It is something we do.

You may like a person who seems similar to you and dislike someone who seems different. Your friend’s jokes may strike you as funny when you are in a good mood and tasteless when you are preoccupied with a personal problem. By taking stock of yourself, including your emotional state and biases, you accept responsibility for what you bring to the perception process.