What really sets me apart? A question that everyone has probably asked themselves at some point. It is not uncommon for us to end up taking personality tests when looking for answers. However, they are not always serious, as personality psychologist Michael Dufner explains in an interview with stern. But how do we get to the bottom of our personality? And can we actually become a different person through personal development?
Climate crisis, wars or conflicts in the family – each of us deals with such challenges differently due to our personality structure. Why are we so different, Mr. Dufner? One factor is genetics. There are a number of studies on this, particularly twin studies. Great similarities in their behavior were also found in twins who grew up completely differently. That is why it is now assumed that around half of our personality traits are hereditary. Our socialization also plays a role – i.e. all the individual experiences we have over the course of our lives.
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