Tag: Personal Growth
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How I Let Go of the Excuse of “I’m Gifted but Lazy”
Erik Thor explores why the gifted but lazy myth becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy—and how to break free from the smart-and-lazy identity.
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I Thought Shame Was Making Me A Better Person. It Wasn’t.
In this personal essay, I explore how shame drove my coping patterns—people-pleasing, hyper-competitiveness, and avoidance—and how I learned to face shame with self-compassion.
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Why I Returned To Make Another 16 Personalities & Cognitive Function Test
After years away, I return to the 16 personalities framework to rebuild my tests with concrete, actionable insights. Join the journey.
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The Danger of Rushing Self-Discovery: My Personal Journey
I used to think finding my personality type would solve everything. Here’s what I learned about embracing the chaos and discovering the real you beneath the masks.
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Why Context Matters: My 16 Personalities Test
I’m launching my new 16 Personalities test that takes context into account. Discover your personality type at work, home, and in relationships.
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From Superhuman to Human: How Burnout Led Me to Peace
I share my personal journey from intense ambition and burnout to discovering lasting peace. Learn how I transformed my approach to work and life.
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The thing that makes you really proud of yourself
Feeling proud isn’t always about success. I explore authentic pride: doing the right thing for right reasons, in a human way. A formula for genuine self-worth.
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I'm listening but I can't hear you because I'm listening to myself more
I score top percentile in Openness to Experience, yet I still get in my own way. A personal reflection on practicing openness when judgment and ego block true listening.
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Personal Growth Is Not About Transcending Yourself Or Accomplishing Your Purpose
Self-transcendence isn’t about overcoming your human nature. It’s about finding awe and beauty despite everyday worries. Embrace your humanity and grow.
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Personality, Nature, Nurture, And The 50-50 Myth
Is your personality half genetics, half environment? I explore the 50-50 myth and how you can actively shape who you become through self-awareness and growth.
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The Printed Book
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