Have you heard about grandiose narcissism and vulnerable narcissism? This distinction is not known by many. We are all familiar with the personality type of the narcissist, but now researchers have defined the narcissism into two very distinct categories: the grandiose narcissism and the vulnerable narcissism. Whilst we might recognise…
What if I told you that there is a bright side of psychopathy? There are, in fact, two types of psychopaths. The majority of us view psychopaths with a degree of fear and trepidation. This is in no small part due to the way the media have portrayed them. Callous,…
Strategic thinking allows us to be open-minded and look beyond what is. This helps us to bring a fresh viewpoint to old ideas. Strategic thinking means being creative, open-minded, future-focused and willing to take risks. Conventional thinkers tend to be more reactive, cautious, inflexible and focused on short-term problems. But how do…
People with a strong character are often confident, assertive, ambitious and hardworking. However, being strong does have its drawbacks. People with a strong character have a lot going for them. They are usually successful in most things because of their self-discipline and hard work. They know their strengths and abilities and put their…
If you are an introvert who is feeling isolated, stay with me. I’ve got a story for you that you might have experienced yourself at some point as well. I am sure that extroverts will have difficulties understanding the essence of my narrative, but I am just simply looking to…
Narcissistic Personality Disorder can stand in the way of a person's growth. Everyone understands the effects of feeling too superior. But having Narcissistic Personality Disorder isn't all bad. Though you should always keep your ego in check, it can help you in some cases. So what is the bright side…
All of us use both intuitive and analytical thinking styles at times. However, some of us rely more on the analytical mind than others. Analytical thinkers use knowledge, facts, and information to make sure they get things right. Those with an analytical mind rarely jump to conclusions. They are knowledgeable…
Control freak is someone who has to have absolute control over themselves and the actions of others. In some cases, it is important to have someone who is a control freak at the helm. For instance, air-traffic controllers who have to make instant life-changing decisions, or scientists who are responsible…
