Common wisdom says to lean into your strengths, but as a psychologist, I've seen how often that becomes a problem.

In a world obsessed with conformity and fitting in, having a truly unique personality is akin to possessing a rare gem. You're that person who stands out in a crowd, not just for your style, but for ...

As a source of enjoyment, it may be hard to beat curiosity. New personality research shows how you can foster yours.

OpenAI leaders said they valued curiosity, initiative, and adaptability as key traits over formal AI credentials for hiring.

Job candidates who display curiosity, collaboration skills and ambitious thinking are more likely to get hired, according to these three CEOs.

Many people say they’d like to change aspects of their personality — to be more outgoing, more patient, or more emotionally resilient. But can traits like these really change? Recent research suggests ...

Why Curiosity as a Skill or Trait Impacts Wellness and Success Curiosity isn’t just a mental exercise—it affects wellness, relationships, and performance. In 2023, Gallup’s Workplace Insights Report ...

“Trait curiosity” is a personality feature whereas “state curiosity” is what psychologists call the kind of momentary curiosity that people experience when asked about a specific topic.

They found people who had more state curiosity also experienced more trait curiosity and vice versa. However, the interest ratings people gave in learning new information from trivia — a measure of ...