Stylist magazine would like comment from therapists / psychologists about 'the liking gap' - the idea that people tend to like us more than we think.She would like to know - What is the 'liking gap' and why do we tend to underestimate how much people like us? How could knowing about it help us be more confident in our friendships or when making new friends? &nbsp; &nbsp;

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Stylist - Therapists / psychologists to discuss 'the liking gap' 

It makes sense to hold the idea that others might hold negative or critical views of ourselves to encourage us to stay alert & make effort in certain relationships or situations. The idea that others dislike aspects of ourselves can also be exaggerated for people who hold self-critical views, where we might project our self-directed insecurities towards the views others might have of us. By being honest & sharing the value we hold towards others can help us to feel less threatened and more confident in those relationships. This will also support relationships to flourish as we are more likely to be our authentic selves.

Dr Jan-Sher Bhatti

Media trained male & South Asian Clinical Psychologist offering accessible knowledge and information around mental health issues.

Stylist - Therapists / psychologists to discuss 'the liking gap'

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Clinical Psychologist at LionMinds UK

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