ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Construals

Alright kiddo, let's talk about construals! Sometimes, when we look at things or people, we don't all see them in the same way. This is because we all have our own unique viewpoints that affect how we interpret things. This is what we call construals.

For example, if you and your friend see a dog, you might think it's cute and friendly, but your friend might think it's scary and mean. This is because you both have different ways of seeing the world, and you might have had different experiences with dogs.

Construals can also be affected by things like our emotions, our beliefs, and the context that we're in. So, if you're feeling happy, you might see things in a more positive light, while if you're feeling sad, you might see things in a more negative light.

It's important to remember that everyone's construals are valid and important, even if they're different from our own. By trying to understand and respect other people's viewpoints, we can learn a lot from each other and make the world a better place!