Charles Horton Cooley, Life and Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charles Horton Cooley, Life and .

Charles Horton Cooley (1864-1929) was an American sociologist and pioneer of symbolic interactionism. Born in Michigan, he received his education at the University of Michigan and later served as a professor of sociology there. Cooley's most notable contribution was his concept of the "looking-glass self," which explored how individuals develop their self-identity through social interaction and the perceptions of others. He emphasized the importance of social relationships and argued that individuals' self-esteem and sense of self are heavily influenced by how they believe others perceive them. Cooley's work significantly influenced the field of sociology and laid the foundation for the study of individuals' social behavior and self-conception.