Learning Experiences
Learning is happening all the time an individual is conscious. Much of it may not necessarily
be very consequential, but we notice the dress, grooming, and behavior of other
people whether we intend to or not. We develop feelings, for example, warmth or hostility
toward others depending on our observations of their behavior and on our generalizations
based on the group to which we think they belong.
New learning can occur in a split-second. A quick glance can be sufficient time to learn
your impression of a new person or a new environment. We learn quickly from the reactions
of others whether our actions please or displease them. The impressions may or may not be
accurate, but they are learned nevertheless.