Chapter

Can We Change Our Personalities?
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1:10:17 - 1:27:18 (17:01)

Despite claims of personality change through mindfulness or medication, our personalities largely remain constant. The question of what makes a good life is a matter of morality and philosophy, not psychology.

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Despite claims that different practices can transform personalities, the host believes that ultimately, personalities don't change that much, and instead it varies based on the environment.
1:10:17 - 1:20:02 (09:45)
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Personality
Summary

Despite claims that different practices can transform personalities, the host believes that ultimately, personalities don't change that much, and instead it varies based on the environment. However, discussion on personalities can be done without the former baggage, which is important in understanding ourselves and our surroundings better.

Chapter
Can We Change Our Personalities?
Episode
#608 - Paul Bloom - How Does The Human Mind Work?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
A psychologist's perspective on the definition of a good life and how it differs based on life experiences and factors like having children.
1:20:03 - 1:27:18 (07:15)
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Psychology
Summary

A psychologist's perspective on the definition of a good life and how it differs based on life experiences and factors like having children.

Chapter
Can We Change Our Personalities?
Episode
#608 - Paul Bloom - How Does The Human Mind Work?
Podcast
Modern Wisdom