When Cooley used the concept of the "looking-glass self," he claimed that
A)people are self-centered.
B)people see themselves as they think others see them.
C)people see things only from their own point of view.
D)our actions are a reflection of our values.

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According to Cooley's concept of the "looking-glass self," people see themselves as they think others see them. Our self-concept is shaped by our perception of how we appear to others and the reactions they have towards us. The term "looking-glass self" suggests that we are like a mirror that reflects the impression others have of us back to ourselves, influencing our sense of self.

When Cooley Used the Concept of the "Looking-Glass Self," He