What is Big-Fish–Little-Pond Effect | Explained in 2 min

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In this video, we will explore What is Big-Fish–Little-Pond Effect.
As humans, we tend to compare our abilities to others and this ends up making us feel better or worse about ourselves.

The big-fish–little-pond effect refers to how individuals in a less capable group have higher self-concepts than those equally capable individuals in a highly capable group when comparing themselves with their peers.
In the educational context, the research has found that high-achieving students (big fish) in lower-achieving schools (little pond) have a more positive academic self-concept.
Compared to those equally talented students (big fish) who are in high-achieving environments (big pond).
This shows that even high achievers and gifted students are just as susceptible to self-doubt depending on the achievements of their reference group.
That is, they tend to view their abilities better when in a group of relatively low achievers than when in a group of high achievers.
The effect has been well-known among education professionals as the phenomenon consistently appeared in all subjects at all levels of education, affecting both girls and boys equally. Countries all around the world see it with people in all income levels exhibiting such effect.
This finding is important as the academic self-concept of a student or their view of themselves as learners are crucial in shaping one’s self-confidence.
It affects their overall school performance, attitudes, and achievements. Not to mention, it has long-lasting effects on their educational outcomes and career aspirations.
Of course, Big-Fish–Little-Pond Effect doesn’t just apply to the educational setting, but it also works in different areas.
This might be related to your income where you might feel doing well with your finances if you compare yourself with friends who are in deep debt.
Of you might consider being in good shape if you only compare yourself with people who don’t exercise at all.
But be aware that it could be illusion and you actually have to start working harder to achieve your goals.

I hope that you enjoyed this video and I was able to give you a quick summary of what Big-Fish–Little-Pond Effect is and how it affects confidence.
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