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Personality

What Makes You the Way You Are

Daniel Nettle

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Personality
Origins & Stability
Genetics (Nature)
Environment (Nurture)
Lifelong Stability
Evolutionary Purpose
Species Preservation
Risk vs. Caution
The Big Five Traits
Extraversion
Neuroticism
Conscientiousness
Agreeableness
Openness
No Perfect Personality
Inherent Trade-offs
Example: Neuroticism
Self-Management & Application
Self-Understanding
Behavioral Control
Coping Strategies

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According to the book, what is the primary source of human personality?

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Personality Summary & Overview

Anyone can see that people have different personalities, but what exactly causes this? This book examines the factors that influence personality based on the research of numerous psychologists. You’ll learn about the core traits that determine a person’s overall character, the different strengths and weaknesses they have, and how to get the most out of your own personality.

Who Should Listen to Personality?

  • Anyone interested in psychology or human behavior
  • Anyone interested in learning more about themselves, their friends and family
  • Anyone who wants to use their personality analysis to better themselves   

About the Author: Daniel Nettle

Daniel Nettle is the author of many successful books, such as Happiness: The Science Behind Your Smile and Strong Imagination: Madness, Creativity and Human Nature. He studied psychology, philosophy and anthropology at Oxford University and University College London, and his work focuses mostly on evolution, cognitive development and human behavior.

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