According to Cooley's concept of the "looking glass self,"

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Cooley's concept of the "looking glass self" suggests that we come to see ourselves as we think other persons see us. Our sense of self is not inherently fragile, nor does Cooley make any statement about overestimating or underestimating our physical attractiveness. The concept does not suggest that we are necessarily egocentric, but rather that our self-concept is shaped by the messages we receive from those around us.

According to Cooley's Concept of the "Looking Glass Self