People's 'self-perceptions' are often very different from the way other people perceive them.
People's 'perceptions of' this town have changed radically.
the public/public's 'perception of' nuclear power
(..) We can't make it unhappen, so we have to adapt. Don't they realize that this is a first draft? All we have here really is a perception problem. We don't get a second chance at a first impression, Donald. You know that. Now, look, I'm on your side, but Linda is furious. (..)2013 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 2 Season: 1 Episode 2