Old Norse religion in long term perspectives
George's inference is an example of the "
Assumed Similarity Bias".Assumed
Similarity Bias is a psychological easy route
that leads us to the oblivious presumption that others share the same or
comparative qualities, considerations and convictions. We naturally accept that
others are much the same as we are, particularly with regards to the crucial
parts of our characters that are so fundamental we never at any point give them
a second thought.
The answer to your question is GROUP POLARIZATION
Mary's sense of self or her self-esteem is being reflected in the passage. As a person develops their personality and undergoes socialization, a growing sense of who they are develops. This manifests into a self-esteem--how they feel about their personality and sense of self--which is the ability to understand who you are as a person.