PERCEPTIONS Because our perceptions of self and others are often inaccurate, we should logically conclude that we need to check our perceptions for accuracy.After reviewing your textbook, write two paragraphs where you show yourself using the Perception Checking Process shown below in a situation in YOUR life. (This may be a situation that occurred on the job, at home, spending time with a friend, or another situation of your choosing).Please use first-person voice for these paragraphs as well. The Perception Checking Process: Step 1: Determine the exact behavior that triggered your perception (mom slamming door when she gets home)PARA 1 Step 2: Identify your initial interpretation of the behavior but consider other possible interpretations as well.(We usually think it’s something we did)PARA 1 Step 3: Describe (in an open and non-accusatory manner) the specific behavior you observed along with two or three possible interpretations.(say what happened and two other possibilities as to why the behavior may have happened)PARA 2 Step 4: Ask the other person to verify or correct your interpretations.(This should be a true dialog-not a summary) PARA 2 Explain your situation by covering steps 1 and 2 of the Perception Checking Process in your first paragraph and steps 3 and 4 of the Perception Checking Process in your second paragraph. Be sure the reader can clearly identify all four steps in the process. This means you may need to include background information to assist the reader in understanding the scenario you are presenting. Supporting Details: 1. Show evidence of understanding the Perception Checking Process by providing your actual script/dialogue (using open and non-accusatory language) for the specific behavior(s) you observed, along with two or three possible interpretations. 2. End your script/dialogue with your request for clarification of the person’s behavior. Concluding Sentence: Rephrase your topic sentence or conclude with a closing thought about the effectiveness or necessity of checking your perceptions.
