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Blind spot: the region of self-knowledge that is known…
Blind spot: the region of self-knowledge that is known to others but unknown to you, specifically the behaviors, patterns, and impacts that are visible to others but invisible to the individual due to defensive routines intercepting feedback before it reaches conscious processing
Why This Is a Definition
This definition establishes 'blind spot' as a specific cognitive and epistemic phenomenon, distinguishing it from general ignorance or unknown areas. It clearly defines the genus (region of self-knowledge) and differentia (known to others but unknown to you, caused by defensive routines intercepting feedback), making it precise enough to distinguish from related concepts like 'unknown area' or 'hidden area' in the Johari window.