Openness

“The only sense that is common in the long run, is the sense of change and we all instinctively avoid it.” -E. B. White

I do like things staying the same. At the same time, I like to keep expanding too. I took one of those leadership tests and I scored high in openness. They say when you score high in openness, you should implement and lead new endeavors. When you score low in openness, you have a hard time trying new things, and you can become stagnant or resistant to feedback that can help you improve. I don’t think it’s bad to be either way. You may be low on openness but high in conscientiousness. But the point is change is inevitable. Sometimes we like it. Sometimes we would rather pass it up and stick with comfort. The great news is that we get to choose! Sometimes, the better option is both change and comfort.

Here’s the list of Personality traits from the Big 5

  • Agreeableness
  • Conscientiousness
  • Extraversion
  • Openness
  • Neuroticism

https://www.verywellmind.com/how-openness-influences-your-behavior-4796351

Do you think you score high in openness?

Published by Jayne

Jayne is a writer. On her free time she likes to be with her family hiking outdoors and traveling. New England is her home and place of birth. When asked what she wants to teach the world she replied, "Don't stop searching. Too many times, in my old life, I put my search aside for more 'important matters.' I didn't realize the thing I was searching for held what was most important; my soul purpose." Jayne works daily on improving her craft and at times can get down on herself, but her favorite morning mantra is "It's a new day." and that's what she strives to start with.

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