The theory of cognitive dissonance was inspired by the Jewish community. Leon Festinger studied messianic disappointment and how people dealt with it, tracing it back to the story of Sabbatai Zevi. One of psychology’s biggest ideas has its roots in Jewish history. @lipa_schmeltzer | Amudim | Facebook

Social Comparison Theory, proposed by psychologist Leon Festinger in 1954, suggests that individuals determine their own social and personal worth based on how they stack up against others. The theory posits that people evaluate their own abilities and opinions by comparing themselves to others, especially those who are similar to them in relevant aspects. #socialpsychology #psychologytheory #upseducation #psychologist #socialcomparison #psychologypost #insta #reels | UPS Education | Facebook