What Does Your Personality Say About You?

Wanda Wade

If someone asked you about yourself what would you say? How would you describe you? Outgoing, strong willed or laid back? Even more, do you believe your personality affects the way you handle certain situations or the way you interact with people around you? Think about it, it may be a lot to consider but I want to get you thinking as we move along in this blog.

Our personalities begin to develop from the moment we’re born, however the certainty of them being inherited from our parents is questionable, though scientists believe there may be a slight correlation. Overall, several different genetic combinations would have to come into play for this to be considered concrete. Not even identical twins have the same personality. One may be the nice twin while the other is called the mean one. Or one may be outgoing while the other is shy.

Individual personality make-up is comprised of many traits in helping each of us become who we are and understanding this is helpful in determining your characteristics. For instance, think about your approach when interacting with people or even the way in which you deal with life’s circumstances. Are you emotional? Compassionate? Quick to anger?

Though there are many personality types, there’s a parameter called the Big Five or Five Factor Model that outline the major traits we all fall into:

Openness to Experience

If you’re this kind for person, you’re highly active, very creative and tend to listen to your heart. People who possess this trait are open to learning new things and have a broad outlook on life. If you’re low in this trait you dislike change and resist new ideas. Also, your approach to life is more traditional.

Conscientiousness

These individuals are thought provoking and extremely self-disciplined. They move with caution and can be a perfectionist. This trait’s behavior is very goal focused; goal oriented, detail oriented and they thrive on having a set schedule. Anyone low in this area dislikes structure and adhering to schedules. This individual also procrastinates on important tasks.

Extraversion

Highly excitable, very social, talkative and assertive. These individuals are very outgoing and love being in social circles. They enjoy being the life of the party. If you’re low in this area you’d be considered an introvert and the opposite of extraversion. Introverts are more reserved and prefer solitude.

Agreeable

Being agreeable makes it easy to adjust to most situations and if you possess this trait you tend to be happier. Agreeable people also value loyalty and they look for the best in other people. While being low in this trait you’ll be very suspicious of others and may even be sneaky because of this.

Neuroticism

Strong negative emotions and tend to upset easily. These individuals are generally sad and are very moody; experiencing moods of depression, worry and anxiety. If you fall low in this trait you’re emotionally sound and tend to have more stability.

If you’d like to learn more about your personality, there’s an in-depth (300 question) quiz on Truity.com., https://www.truity.com/view/tests/big-five-personality. There’s also one I’ve taken myself on Personality Perfect.com, https://www.personalityperfect.com/test/free-personality-test/1ezco2e11ad4f5363dc3a9661efc3161d6538/.  

Hope you enjoyed this blog post and until next time reach for the stars and I’m sure you’re bound to catch one.

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