Self-Awareness: The Brain Science Behind This Cognitive State & What New Research Says
Given the enormous scope of research questions concerning self-awareness, it is no surprise that a quick Google search on this topic unearths over 569 million hits. However, self-awareness is not just a buzzword. It provides the information essential for conscious self-monitoring or metacognition. It is a tool for consciously regulating behavior and adjusting our experiences […]
Myers-Briggs Test: Strengths, Limitations, & The Call for Advanced Personality Assessments
The personality testing market is currently estimated at $2 Billion, and chances are, if you have taken one of these introspective questionnaires, you’ve probably have taken the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). And even though millions of MBTI tests are administered every year, and the online version of the test has been updated for ease of use, the test itself […]
New Research Says We Hold the Power to Change Our Personality Traits
Dr. Benjamin Hardy, an organizational psychologist, just released his new book, “Personality Isn’t Permanent” and his research suggests our personalities can and do change over time. Moreover, Hardy takes his research a step further to reveal that everyone can transform any negative personality trait or habit with consistent effort. This article looks at the latest […]
Can Personality Traits Slow Down Cognitive Decline and Aging?
When we consider the possible risk factors for cognitive decline, personality rarely makes the cut. In this article, we examine the latest research on how personality traits are linked to cognitive and physical wellbeing. We also discuss how one ground-breaking study proved that personality traits do change over time and how people have the power to improve their personalities to achieve better health.