Illustration of the Diderot Effect: a dapper looking, but concerned man in a high-end boutique looking to acquire additional items to complement his suit, ring and time piece.
What is the Diderot Effect?
What is the Spotlight Effect?
The Spotlight Effect is a cognitive bias that occurs when people overestimate the extent to which others notice and pay attention to their behavior, appearance, and actions. In other words, people tend to believe that they are the center of attention and that others are paying more attention to them than they actually are. Read on to learn more.