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The Bucket (List) Is Never Empty: Personality Theory and the Last Third of Life
Research shows seniors are happier than younger adults. Why personality theory matters in the last third of life.
Personality Types as Confidants: Who Ranks Where?
Who do people trust with secrets – and who stays on the sidelines? See which personality types become go-to confidants.
Respect My Authority!: Personality Types Who Love to Be in Charge
Do you enjoy having authority over others – or prefer to stay out of the spotlight? The personality of leadership.
Under the Weather: Personality Types’ Tendency to Get Sick
Do you feel sick often – or shrug it off and keep going? See how personality shapes illness perception and coping.
Chatting with a Purpose: Introverts and Small Talk
Introverts and small talk don’t mix well. Here are strategies to make it less painful.
Personality Theory in Fiction Writing IV: The Depths of Evil – “Bad Guys”
Cookie-cutter villains bore readers. How personality type theory creates nuanced, believable antagonists.
A Likely Story… Or Not, Depending on Personality Type
Do you believe stories you can’t verify? Your personality type may predict the answer.
Personality Theory in Fiction Writing III: Boundaries and Breaking the Rules
When should characters break from their personality type? A guide to believable rule-breaking in fiction.
Respect: Find Out What It Means to Different Personality Types
How much does respect from others actually matter to you? The answer depends on your personality.