Casey (1992)

Casey (1992) studied how people perceive and evaluate their own memories and feelings. The research found that individuals tend to use their personal beliefs and overall sense of well-being as a basis for judgment, rather than relying only on specific details. Essentially, if someone feels generally positive about their life, they are more likely to rate their memories and feelings favorably, regardless of the actual content or accuracy. This suggests that our overall mood and self-view influence how we interpret our past experiences, highlighting the importance of subjective feelings in self-assessment.