Can You Really Change Your Personality?

The video challenges the notion that personality is fixed, explaining that while genetics play a role, personality can be changed through intentional effort. It introduces the Big Five personality traits and discusses studies showing that traits like extroversion and emotional stability can be altered through goal setting and specific actions. The video emphasizes that effective change requires concrete goals and practice, rather than simply acting differently.

What is the modern understanding of personality according to psychologists?

• A trait that is only influenced by the nervous system

• A fixed trait determined solely by genetics

• An unchangeable aspect of human nature

• A pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can change

Which of the following is NOT one of the Big Five personality traits?

• Intelligence

• Conscientiousness

• Agreeableness

• Extroversion

According to studies, which personality trait is considered more malleable?

• Agreeableness

• Neuroticism

• Openness

• Extroversion

What was a key finding from the 2018 study on personality change?

• Participants found it easy to change openness and agreeableness

• Participants increased extroversion and emotional stability through challenges

• Participants could not change any personality traits

• Participants felt more authentic when acting differently

What is a recommended approach for changing personality traits?

• Acting differently without setting goals

• Setting specific goals and taking concrete actions

• Avoiding any changes to maintain authenticity

• Relying solely on life events to change personality