Personality

Identify Self

Your personality is more than just traits—it’s a reflection of your experiences, perspectives, and reactions over time. It shapes how you move through the world, connect with others, and make decisions.

Core-concepts

Section 5

By understanding your natural tendencies, you gain insight into how you connect with others, approach challenges, and express your unique way of being. Whether you’re exploring personality frameworks or reflecting on the traits you admire in others, this section helps you name and understand the qualities that shape how you move through life.

10 minutes 48 seconds: How to Unlock your Personality and be yourself 100%

Module 1

My Personality

Reflect on the traits, patterns, and preferences that shape how you show up in daily life. Write down what defines you—and what you’re still discovering.

Self-awareness begins with reflection. Take time to observe the patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and interactions.

Question

What qualities stand out in my daily actions?
What environments bring out my best self?
How have my experiences shaped my personality?
What traits define me?
How do I describe myself?
What personality types intrigue me the most?
Who do I admire and why?

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Actions

1. Self-Reflection

Reflect in module 1 on this page.
What qualities stand out in your daily actions?
What environments bring out your best self?
How have your experiences shaped your personality?

2. Personality Tools

Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) – Understand cognitive preferences (e.g., introvert vs. extrovert).
The Big Five Personality Traits – Measure openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism.
The Enneagram – Explore core motivations, fears, and growth paths.
Astrology & Natal Charts – Gain insight into personality traits through elements, and planetary influences.
Archetypes & Storytelling – Discover which universal character patterns resonate with you.

(Remember: These tools are guides, not strict labels. Use them to expand your self-awareness. Integrating insights from multiple tools allows for a more holistic understanding of your personality.)

3. Ask for Feedback

Seek insights from friends, family, or colleagues—they often notice traits we overlook.
Be open to constructive feedback and different perspectives without taking it personally.

4. Journaling

Keep a journal to document your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Reviewing your journal entries over time can reveal patterns in your behavior and reactions.
Identify patterns in your reactions, decisions, and emotions.

5. Observe Your Reactions

How do you handle stress, conflict, or social settings?
Do you feel energized by people or drained?
What situations make you feel most confident?

6. Explore Your Interests

Your passions often reflect your personality’s core traits.
What hobbies or creative pursuits make you feel most alive?

7. Consult with Professionals

Therapists, life coaches, or mentors can offer deeper insight into your behavioral patterns.

8. Be Patient

Personality is fluid, evolving with experiences, challenges, and personal growth Allow space for transformation while staying connected to your core values.

Remember that personality is multifaceted and can't be easily categorized into a single label. Embrace the complexity of your personality, and use the information you gather to better understand yourself, make informed decisions, and work toward personal growth and self-improvement.

1. Self-awareness

The traits we dislike may highlight something within us that needs attention.

2. Unresolved Issues

Often, the qualities we dislike in others may be a reflection of unresolved issues or insecurities within ourselves. Exploring the root cause of our discomfort can lead to personal insights and healing.

3. Projection

The concept of projection suggests that we may unconsciously attribute our own undesirable qualities to others. Recognizing this tendency allows us to take responsibility for our own shortcomings rather than projecting them onto others.

4. Values and Boundaries

Disliking certain behaviors or traits in others can be a signal that these qualities conflict with our values or boundaries. It prompts us to clarify our values and set healthy boundaries in our relationships.

5. Empathy

Instead of immediate judgment, considering the reasons behind someone else's actions can foster empathy. It encourages us to see things from their perspective and understand the complexities of human behavior.

6. Opportunity for Growth

Viewing the qualities we dislike in others as an opportunity for personal growth allows us to turn a negative experience into a positive one. It encourages us to work on our own shortcomings and develop a more compassionate outlook.

7. Communication Skills

Disliking certain qualities may arise from misunderstandings or miscommunications. Improving our communication skills and seeking clarity can help bridge gaps and build better relationships.

8. Acceptance

Learning to accept others with their flaws and imperfections can lead to a more harmonious and tolerant outlook. This acceptance can extend to ourselves as well, fostering self-love and understanding.

9. Cultural Awareness

Sometimes, differences in behavior may be rooted in cultural or societal norms. Being open to understanding diverse perspectives can broaden our cultural awareness and tolerance.

10. Constructive Feedback

If the qualities we dislike are negatively affecting our relationships, it provides an opportunity for offering constructive feedback. Communicating openly about our feelings can lead to mutual understanding and growth.

Resources

Quotes

"Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom" -Aristotle
"Don't shrink to fit into places you've outgrown." -Unknown

Astrology

Explore Your Inner Rhythms

Astrology provides a comprehensive view of personality and life path through various astrological elements.

Astrology can offer a symbolic snapshot of your inner world—how you process life, connect with others, and move through the world. Your sun sign reflects your core identity, your moon sign reveals your emotional needs, and your rising sign speaks to how you present yourself to the world.

When viewed as a whole—alongside the planets, houses, and nodes—your birth chart becomes a reflective map of your tendencies, strengths, and life lessons. It’s not about prediction, but about pattern recognition and self-awareness. Astrology helps you pause, zoom out, and understand the natural rhythms shaping your personality over time.

Read My Natal Birth Chart

Sun Sign: Your sun sign is determined by the position of the sun at the time of your birth and represents your core essence and ego. It's associated with your fundamental personality traits. For example, if you're a Leo sun, you might exhibit qualities such as confidence, creativity, and leadership.

Moon Sign: Your moon sign is connected to your emotions, instincts, and inner self. It reflects your emotional responses, needs, and how you process feelings. Understanding your moon sign can provide insights into your emotional nature. For instance, a Cancer moon might indicate a strong need for security and nurturing.

Rising (Ascendant) Sign: Your rising sign, or ascendant, represents the mask you wear when interacting with the world. It influences your outward appearance, behavior, and the first impression you make on others. It can give insights into your approach to life and how others perceive you.

Planets: The positions of the planets at your time of birth also play a significant role in your astrological profile. Each planet represents specific aspects of your personality and life. For example:

Mercury: Communication, intellect, and how you process information.
Venus: Love, relationships, and your sense of beauty and aesthetics.
Mars: Action, ambition, and your drive to achieve goals.
Jupiter: Expansion, growth, and opportunities for personal development.
Saturn: Discipline, responsibility, and lessons to be learned in life.
Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto: These planets represent generational influences and transformations on a larger scale.

The Houses: Your astrology chart is divided into 12 segments, known as houses, each associated with specific life areas. The planets in these houses and the signs they're in can provide insights into various aspects of your life, such as relationships, career, and personal growth.

North Node & South Node: These are points in your astrology chart related to your life's path and karmic lessons. The North Node represents your soul's growth and the direction you should move toward in this lifetime, while the South Node represents past life influences and tendencies you should work to transcend.

To gain a deeper understanding of your astrology personality, it's essential to consider all these components together within the context of your birth chart. Your unique combination of signs, planets, houses, and nodes creates a multifaceted and nuanced picture of your personality traits, life purpose, and potential challenges.

Exploring your birth chart with the guidance of a professional astrologer or using online astrology resources and software can help you uncover the intricacies of your astrological profile and how it relates to your life journey. Remember that astrology offers insights and guidance but is just one tool for self-discovery and personal growth, and individual interpretation plays a crucial role in understanding its implications for your life.

16 Personalities

Understand How You Think, Feel & Relate

The 16 Personalities framework (based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) gives language to the ways you process information, make decisions, and interact with the world. It outlines preferences like introversion vs. extraversion, thinking vs. feeling, and judging vs. perceiving.

This isn’t a box—it’s a mirror. Use it to observe how you communicate, where you thrive, what drains you, and how you collaborate with others. As you evolve, your relationship with your type may shift—and that’s part of the process.

Take 16 Personalities Test

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is a widely-used personality assessment that categorizes individuals into one of 16 distinct personality types based on their preferences in four dichotomies:

Extraversion (E) vs. Introversion (I): Determines how individuals gain energy and interact with the external world. Extraverts gain energy from social interactions and are outgoing, while introverts recharge through solitude and tend to be more reserved.

Sensing (S) vs. Intuition (N): Reflects how individuals gather information and perceive the world. Sensors rely on concrete data and details, focusing on the present, while intuitives are more abstract thinkers who consider possibilities and future implications.

Thinking (T) vs. Feeling (F): Examines how individuals make decisions and evaluate information. Thinkers prioritize logic and objective analysis, whereas feelers consider emotions and interpersonal harmony in their decision-making.

Judging (J) vs. Perceiving (P): Reflects how individuals approach planning and structure in their lives. Judgers prefer structure, organization, and closure, while perceivers are more adaptable, spontaneous, and open-ended in their approach.

Each of the 16 MBTI personality types is a combination of these four preferences. Here's a brief summary of each type:

ISTJ - The Inspector: Detail-oriented, organized, and dependable.
ISFJ - The Protector: Compassionate, loyal, and service-oriented.
INFJ - The Counselor: Insightful, empathetic, and values-driven.
INTJ - The Mastermind: Strategic, analytical, and visionary.
ISTP - The Craftsman: Practical, hands-on, and adaptable.
ISFP - The Composer: Artistic, spontaneous, and nurturing.
INFP - The Healer: Idealistic, creative, and empathetic.
INTP - The Architect: Logical, innovative, and independent.
ESTP - The Dynamo: Energetic, action-oriented, and resourceful.
ESFP - The Performer: Fun-loving, outgoing, and people-oriented.
ENFP - The Champion: Enthusiastic, imaginative, and values-driven.
ENTP - The Visionary: Innovative, quick-thinking, and resourceful.
ESTJ - The Supervisor: Efficient, practical, and responsible.
ESFJ - The Provider: Social, caring, and duty-driven.
ENFJ - The Teacher: Charismatic, empathetic, and influential.
ENTJ - The Commander: Decisive, strategic, and leadership-oriented.

It's important to note that while the MBTI can provide insights into personality preferences, it's a simplified model and not a comprehensive representation of an individual's personality. People can exhibit a range of behaviors and characteristics that may not align perfectly with their MBTI type, and individuals may evolve or adapt over time.

Archetypes

Name the Stories You Live By.

Archetypes are universal themes and inner characters that reflect the roles we play in life: the Creator, the Caregiver, the Explorer, the Rebel. Each archetype points to a deeper part of your psyche—how you seek meaning, navigate conflict, and express your values.

Exploring your dominant and shadow archetypes can help you uncover patterns in your relationships, passions, and life choices. This tool is especially helpful if you’re drawn to symbolism, myth, or storytelling. It reminds you that you are complex—and your identity is layered, not linear.

Take Archetype Assessment

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Identify Dominant Archetypes: Determine which archetypes seem to be most dominant or recurring in your life. These may be the ones that resonate with you on a deep level or the ones that consistently appear in your thoughts and actions.
Understand the Shadow: In addition to your dominant archetypes, explore the shadow archetypes—the ones you may resist or deny. These often hold valuable insights into areas for personal growth.
Create Your Archetypal Profile: Craft a profile that outlines your dominant archetypes, their qualities, and how they manifest in your life. Use this as a tool for self-understanding and personal development.
Narrate Your Story: Write a narrative or personal story that incorporates your archetypal influences. Describe how these archetypes have played a role in shaping your life journey, values, and aspirations.
Apply Your Insights: Use your newfound understanding of archetypes to make choices, set goals, and engage in activities that align with your dominant archetypes. This can help you lead a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Continued Exploration: Keep exploring archetypes and how they evolve in your life. As you grow and change, your relationship with different archetypes may shift.

Remember that archetypes are a tool for self-discovery and personal growth, and they provide a framework for understanding the complex tapestry of your personality. Embrace the archetypes that resonate with you, and use them to deepen your understanding of yourself and your unique journey.

The Hero: Courageous, determined, and driven by a sense of duty. They overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve great feats.
The Sage: Wise, knowledgeable, and often a mentor or teacher. They seek truth and understanding through intellect and reflection.
The Lover: Passionate, romantic, and driven by deep emotions and connections. They value intimacy and meaningful relationships.
The Rebel: Non-conformist, independent, and prone to challenging the status quo. They seek freedom and self-expression.
The Explorer: Adventurous, curious, and open to new experiences. They crave discovery and embrace the unknown.
The Creator: Innovative, imaginative, and skilled in artistic or creative pursuits. They bring new ideas and beauty into the world.
The Caregiver: Nurturing, compassionate, and dedicated to helping others. They provide support and care to those in need.
The Jester: Playful, humorous, and lighthearted. They bring joy and laughter to others through wit and humor.
The Magician: Transformational and skilled in manifesting change. They harness the power of the unseen and the mystical.
The Ruler: Authoritative, responsible, and skilled in leadership. They establish order and structure in their domain.
The Innocent: Pure-hearted, optimistic, and often seen as childlike. They seek simplicity, goodness, and purity.
The Everyman: Relatable, down-to-earth, and often represents the common person. They navigate life's challenges with authenticity.
The Orphan: Vulnerable, seeking belonging, and often facing adversity. They represent the human experience of longing for connection.
The Destroyer: Catalysts for change, willing to let go of the old to make way for the new. They represent transformation and rebirth.
The Outlaw: Defiant, challenging authority, and often associated with rebellion. They question societal norms.
The Liberator: Freedom-loving, fighting for justice, and advocating for the rights of others. They seek to free themselves and others from oppression.
The Explorer: A wanderer, driven by a desire for adventure and discovery. They embrace the unknown and the journey itself.
The Nurturer: Caring and compassionate, they provide emotional support and care for others. They are often maternal or paternal figures.
The Sage: A seeker of knowledge and wisdom, they value learning and self-discovery. They often guide and mentor others.
The Ruler: Authoritative and responsible, they are leaders who establish order and structure. They may be monarchs or CEOs.

These are just a few examples, and there are many more archetypes with their own unique qualities and characteristics. Keep in mind that individuals can embody a combination of archetypes, and these archetypes can evolve over time as a person grows and changes.

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Identify Self

Personality

Core-concepts

Section 5

Module 1

My Personality

Question

Actions

How to Identify Personality

1. Self-Reflection

2. Personality Tools

3. Ask for Feedback

4. Journaling

5. Observe Your Reactions

6. Explore Your Interests

7. Consult with Professionals

8. Be Patient

Lessons for when we dislike personalities

1. Self-awareness

2. Unresolved Issues

3. Projection

4. Values and Boundaries

5. Empathy

6. Opportunity for Growth

7. Communication Skills

8. Acceptance

9. Cultural Awareness

10. Constructive Feedback

Resources

Quotes

Astrology

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16 Personalities

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Archetypes

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