Beliefs are the convictions or acceptance of something as true or real. They can be influenced by personal experiences, cultural background, education, and other factors. Beliefs shape our perceptions, attitudes, and behaviors.
Related terms
Confirmation Bias: The tendency to seek or interpret information in a way that confirms our existing beliefs.
Stereotypes: Widely held but oversimplified beliefs or ideas about certain groups of people.
Core Self-Evaluations: Our fundamental positive or negative evaluations of ourselves that influence our overall outlook on life.