Personality Traits for Success
Discover the key personality traits that can propel you to success. From resilience to adaptability, these characteristics are the foundation of achieving your goals and overcoming obstacles.
Are You an Extrovert or Introvert?
There have been a lot of articles making the rounds on social media about how to tell if you are an extrovert or an introvert. A lot of these are fun and interesting, but to be honest I find many of them rife with cliches, stereotypes, and sweeping generalizations. Not All Extroverts and Introverts Are…
Psychosocial Development Summary Chart: Free Printable
If you are learning all about Erik Erikson’s stages of development, it can be really helpful to have a psychosocial summary chart. We have a free, printable chart available that briefly summarizes each stage, the approximate ages at which each stage takes place, as well as the possible outcomes that can take place at each…
What Is Compassion? Definition, Examples, and Importance
Why do some people choose to give up their time, money, or even safety to help other people? According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 30% of adults in the United States spend some time volunteering to help others each year. According to many psychologists, it is compassion that drives people to reach out and…
What Is Self-Actualization in Psychology?
Self-actualization involves reaching your full potential as an individual. Learn more about how you can become a more self-actualized person.
Big Five Personality Traits: Here’s What You Need to Know
While there have been many different theories of personality, many psychologists today believe that personality is made of five broad dimensions, a notion often referred to as the big five theory of personality or the five-factor model. The Big 5 personality traits the theory describes are: The Big Five Personality Traits We mentioned these big…
What Is the Keirsey Temperament Sorter?
The Keirsey Temperament Sorter is a self-inventory personality questionnaire developed by psychologist David Keirsey and introduced in his 1978 book titled Please Understand Me. Keirsey based his assessment on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). The Keirsey Temperament Sorter categorizes people into one of four different temperaments: Gaurdian, Artisan, Idealist, and Rational. Each temperament is then…
What Is Maladaptive Perfectionism?
Maladaptive perfectionism is a psychological trait characterized by an excessive preoccupation with flawless performance, an unrelenting pursuit of unrealistically high standards, and an inability to accept anything less than perfection. It often results in impaired functioning and emotional distress, leading to procrastination, anxiety, depression, and feelings of inadequacy or failure. Adaptive vs. Maladaptive Perfectionism In…
Personality Traits List: 200+ Positive, Negative, and Neutral Traits
Explore a list of essential personality traits that shape success and personal growth. Discover which characteristics can help you thrive in both your personal and professional life.
Erikson’s Stages of Development
From infancy to adulthood, Erik Erikson’s psychosocial stages reveal how we face life’s challenges. Experts explore the milestones that shape our identities.