The Next Big Idea Daily The Science and Promise of Personality Change
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Mar 25, 2025 Olga Hazan, a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of "Me But Better," dives into her groundbreaking journey of personality change. She challenges the belief that our traits are fixed, revealing how habits and social interactions can reshape who we are. Hazan shares insights on enhancing conversations through attentive listening and explores episodic future thinking to boost personal growth. Her experiment reveals that transformation is possible and offers strategies for deeper connections and meaningful change.
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Personality Change Is Possible
- Personality change is achievable through consistent habits and behaviors.
- Studies show that practicing desired behaviors can lead to lasting personality trait changes.
Introverts and Extroversion
- Introverts can benefit from occasionally acting like extroverts.
- Social connection is crucial for well-being, and even small extroverted acts can boost mood.
Lean into Discomfort
- Embrace discomfort during personality change, as it can indicate growth.
- Use the ACT method (Accept feelings, Commit to values, Take action) to navigate this process.
