A perspective is an individual point of view about something.
It is shaped by:
- what a person thinks is important
- what they believe is true
- what they have learned or experienced
People can see the same situation differently.
One perspective
- Cutting a forest creates jobs and income, supporting economic growth and development.
Another perspective
- Cutting a forest destroys habitats, reduces biodiversity, and causes environmental damage.
Assumptions
Assumptions are ideas people accept as true without thinking much.
Example: "Technology will always solve our problems."
Values
Values are principles people feel are important in life.
- honesty
- safety
- respect for nature
- economic growth
Values guide decisions about environmental issues.
Beliefs
Beliefs are strong ideas about what is right, wrong, or real. They often come from family, culture, religion, school, or media.
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Environmental problems involve disagreements because people have different perspectives.
Perspectives influence:
- how serious someone thinks a problem is
- who they think is responsible
- what solutions they believe in