Medium Impact
Algorithm: High
Social Perception
Spotlight Effect
"I'm obviously the main character in everyone else's story. They're all thinking about my outfit."
What is Spotlight Effect?

Overestimating the extent to which one's actions are noticed by others.

Real-World Impact

Causes social anxiety, self-consciousness, and explains why public speaking feels so terrifying.

Fun Fact

People think others notice their mistakes about twice as much as they actually do. Your embarrassing moments are mostly invisible to others.

Random Insight

"Warning: Your thoughts may be more influenced by what you had for breakfast than you realise."

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