Personality development
Personality Development
Personality Development (pronunciation: /ˌpɜːrsəˈnælɪti dɪˈvɛləpmənt/) is a field of psychology that studies the growth and development of an individual's personality traits and characteristics.
Etymology
The term "Personality Development" is derived from the Latin word 'persona' meaning 'mask' and the Old French 'developper' meaning 'to unfold'.
Definition
Personality Development refers to the development of the organized pattern of behaviors and attitudes that makes a person distinctive. It involves the improvement of personal traits such as communication skills, thought patterns, emotional intelligence and overall character for a holistic development of an individual.
Related Terms
- Personality: The combination of characteristics or qualities that form an individual's distinctive character.
- Development: The process of developing or being developed.
- Psychology: The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.
- Emotional Intelligence: The capacity to be aware of, control, and express one's emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.
- Communication Skills: The ability to convey or share ideas and feelings effectively.
Importance of Personality Development
Personality Development plays a crucial role in an individual's personal as well as professional life. It helps in building a positive impression and leads to better interpersonal relationships. It also enhances the confidence and self-esteem of an individual.
Techniques for Personality Development
There are various techniques for Personality Development such as:
- Self Awareness: Understanding one's strengths, weaknesses, thoughts, beliefs, motivation, and emotions.
- Positive Thinking: A mental and emotional attitude that focuses on the bright side of life and expects positive results.
- Time Management: The process of planning and exercising conscious control of time spent on specific activities, especially to increase effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity.
- Stress Management: Techniques and psychotherapies aimed at controlling a person's level of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the purpose of improving everyday functioning.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Personality development
- Wikipedia's article - Personality development
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