Chapter
The Influence of Genetics and Childhood Experiences on Personality
24:45 - 30:45 (06:00)
Personality is influenced by both genetics and childhood experiences. While certain traits may be innate, childhood experiences can shape and mold an individual's personality over time.
Clips
The idea that alcoholism and unhappiness strictly stem from a troubled childhood is debunked.
24:45 - 27:53 (03:07)
Alcoholism
Summary
The idea that alcoholism and unhappiness strictly stem from a troubled childhood is debunked. The concept of changing your environment to change your habits is discussed, and the analogy of a lizard in an iceberg is used to illustrate it.
ChapterThe Influence of Genetics and Childhood Experiences on Personality
EpisodeE167: The More Successful You Are The Longer You’ll Live: Will Storr
PodcastThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
This podcast explores the role of genetics and early childhood experiences in shaping an individual's personality, particularly in the case of alcoholism as a hereditary trait.
27:53 - 30:45 (02:52)
Personality
Summary
This podcast explores the role of genetics and early childhood experiences in shaping an individual's personality, particularly in the case of alcoholism as a hereditary trait. The conversation also touches on the use of substances as a form of escapism from pain or trauma.