From Psychologies · Andréa Lepage · · 1m
Shannon Sauer-Zavala on Changing Your Personality
Shannon Sauer-Zavala explains how to intentionally change your personality for the life you want.
In brief
Shannon Sauer-Zavala explains how to intentionally change your personality for the life you want. Psychologist Shannon Sauer-Zavala argues that personality can be intentionally changed through cognitive flexibility to build the life you desire. Originally reported by Psychologies.
Personality is not fixed
Personality isn't a fixed identity but a dynamic process that can change over time.
Personality as a photograph
Personality traits describe repeated patterns of thought, emotion, and action rather than causing them.
Personality evolves naturally
Long-term studies show people become more emotionally stable, conscientious, and socially engaged over time.
Intentional personality change
Shannon Sauer-Zavala explains cognitive flexibility techniques to intentionally change thought patterns and behaviors.
The transformation process
Testing small changes like sharing more or making requests can break cycles of negative beliefs.
Who you become matters
Shannon Sauer-Zavala argues that the question 'who should I become to build the life I want' transforms personality into a tool.
The short version
Psychologist Shannon Sauer-Zavala argues that personality can be intentionally changed through cognitive flexibility to build the life you desire.
