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Ever get 'the look' while you're stuck in a stutter? When you realize that other peoples’ reactions are not about you, you hold onto your own power and confidence.In this episode, we delve into the "Looking Glass Self," a concept that explores how our self-concept is shaped by others. This concept involves imagining how we appear to others, anticipating their judgments, and developing feelings based on these perceptions. For those who stutter, perceived judgments during moments of disfluency can impact self-esteem. We discuss strategies to break free from external validation and encourage self-acceptance. Find out what truly matters when you look in the mirror.Highlights0:28 Introduction to what is going on behind "The Look"2:18 What exactly is "The Looking Glass Self"?2:45 The 3-step process of this psychological phenomenon5:16 How dangerous our imagined judgments can be6:23 Learn how the world and people act as our 'mirrors'8:43 One side effect of 'The Look'10:34 Five strategies to overcome the negative effects of The Looking Glass Self13:36 Key points to remember the next time you get 'The Look'14:20 Self-guided questions to reflect on your own self-concept15:05 Closing comments: it's time to shatter those mirrors and take back your powerLinksTake the Quiz: What’s Your Covert Stuttering Style? https://www.thehappystutterer.com/quiz/Coaching with Paige: https://www.thehappystutterer.com/findyourflowtofluency/Website: https://www.thehappystutterer.com/Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehappystutterer/