It's all about perception

In class today, we talked a lot of perception. We talked about how it can affect our self-concept (how we perceive ourselves).  Perception can also affect us through self-fulfilling prophecy, where we actually alter our behavior and self-concept based on the influence of how someone else perceives us.  Perception is POWERFUL!  For example, you may not feel very confident entering a room, but if you act in a way that makes sure others perceive your confidence (however false it may be), you've suceeded on making the impression you hoped for.  With that in mind, be like this kitten:

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