Ologies with Alie Ward Personality Psychology (PERSONALITIES) Encore with Simine Vazire
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Jul 13, 2022 Dr. Simine Vazire, a renowned personality researcher and psychology professor, dives deep into the fascinating world of personality traits. She discusses the distinctions between introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts, along with the challenges of self-perception versus how others view us. The conversation critiques popular personality tests and even touches on the role of astrology in shaping personality. Vazire shares insights on changing traits through therapy, the impact of life experiences, and the surprising links between personality and professional success.
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Early Personality Reflections
- Simine Vazire recalls a yearbook inscription praising her for not caring what others think, which surprised her.
- She also found an old note from her friend rating her personality a 9/10.
Magazine Quiz Validity
- Some magazine personality quizzes may accidentally hold merit if their questions align with established personality traits.
- For example, asking about party preferences for extroversion is valid, unlike asking about dog breed preferences.
Personality Research Methods
- Simine Vazire's research uses various methods, including self-reported questionnaires, friend/family reports, and electronically activated recorders (EARS).
- EARS capture random audio snippets of participants' lives to analyze behavior and psychological context.
