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8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by nakaman: 5:02pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
more than 100 people have answered the question "What are the common traits of highly intelligent people? " Some users claim to know from personal experience; others are just taking an educated guess. As it turns out, many users gave answers that researchers would agree with. We pulled eight of the most intriguing Quora responses and explained the science behind them -- and let's just say that we feel a lot smarter now. Here's what we learned: 1. [b] They're highly adaptable. Several Quora users noted that intelligent people are flexible and able to thrive in different settings. As Donna F Hammett writes, intelligent people adapt by "showing what can be done regardless of the complications or restrictions placed upon them." Recent psychological research supports this idea. Intelligence depends on being able to change your own behaviors in order to cope more effectively with your environment, or make changes to the environment you're in. 2. They understand how much they don't know. The smartest folks are able to admit when they aren't familiar with a particular concept. As Jim Winer writes , intelligent people "are not afraid to say: 'I don't know.' If they don't know it, they can learn it." Winer's observation is backed up by a classic study by Justin Kruger and David Dunning, which found that the less intelligent you are, the more you overestimate your cognitive abilities. In one experiment, for example, students who'd scored in the lowest quartile on a test adapted from the LSAT overestimated the number of questions they'd gotten right by nearly 50 percent. Meanwhile, those who'd scored in the top quartile slightly underestimated how many questions they'd gotten right. 3. They have insatiable curiosity. Albert Einstein reportedly said, "I have no special talents, I am only passionately curious." Or, as Keyzurbur Alas puts it, "Intelligent people let themselves become fascinated by things others take for granted." Research published in 2016 suggests there's a link between childhood intelligence and openness to experience -- which encompasses intellectual curiosity -- in adulthood. Scientists followed thousands of people born in the U.K. for 50 years and learned that 11-year- olds who'd scored higher on an IQ test turned out to be more open to experience at 50. 4. They're open-minded. Smart people don't close themselves off to new ideas or opportunities. Hammett writes that intelligent people are "willing to accept and consider other views with value and broad- mindedness," and that they are "open to alternative solutions." Psychologists say that open-minded people -- those who seek out alternate viewpoints and weigh the evidence fairly -- tend to score higher on the SAT and on intelligence tests. At the same time, smart people are careful about which ideas and perspectives they adopt. "An intelligent mind has a strong aversion to accepting things on face value and therefore withholds belief until presented with ample evidence," says Alas . 5. They like their own company. Richard He points out that highly intelligent people tend to be "very individualistic." Interestingly, recent research suggests smarter people tend to derive less satisfaction than most people do from socializing with friends. 6. They have high self-control. Zoher Ali writes smart people are able to overcome impulsiveness by "planning, clarifying goals, exploring alternative strategies, and considering consequences before [they] begin." Scientists have found a link between self-control and intelligence. In one 2009 study , participants had to choose between two financial rewards: a smaller payout immediately or a larger payout at a later date. Results showed that participants who chose the larger payout at a later date -- i.e., those who had more self-control -- generally scored higher on intelligence tests. The researchers behind that study say one area of the brain -- the anterior prefrontal cortex -- might play a role in helping people solve tough problems and demonstrate self-control while working toward goals. 7. They're really funny. Advita Bihani points out highly intelligent people tend to have a great sense of humor. Scientists agree . One study found people who wrote funnier cartoon captions scored higher on measures of verbal intelligence. Another study found professional comedians scored higher than average on measures of verbal intelligence. 8. They're sensitive to other people's experiences. Smart people can "almost feel what someone is thinking/feeling," says He . Some psychologists argue that empathy, being attuned to the needs and feelings of others and acting in a way that is sensitive to those needs, is a core component of emotional intelligence . Emotionally intelligent individuals are typically very interested in talking to new people and learning more about them. [/b] https://www.inc.com/business-insider/8-personality-traits-highly-intelligent-genius-people-share-according-to-science.html 17 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by nakaman: 5:13pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
you can add yours
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Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Tohsynetita1: 7:26pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
Great, that number one is most important feature 3 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by rex444(m): 8:06pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
hmmmmmm so as I exhibit majority of this traits , that means am intelligent....hmmmmm ndewo nu |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Nobody: 8:18pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
Number 1 before your number 1 is "they view and see the world being upturned and blinded by lies. 1 Like |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by FengChui(m): 8:26pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
Na only number 6 remain for me. But why na number 6? Abi I no dey use my number 6 ni? Hai! 3 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Jackossky(m): 9:21pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
I Could relate with all yet, I don't consider myself intelligent. There is too much information for you to make that boastful assertion; do you know something in everything? 2 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by ojkalito(m): 9:23pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
I exhibit all of the traits but I'm not intelligent 1 Like |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Katier00(f): 10:06pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
I am a super intelligent woman 1 Like |
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Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by oebakare: 10:40pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
This is me ,,, summarized in a thread.... |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by jumper524(m): 10:45pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
I pose everything there except self control. Though I keep trying to improve on it as its my major weakness.. Also all through my academic life I'm only slightly above average so I really can't say if I'm highly intelligent but my colleges always come to me and ask for my contribution to external information besides academics. Well all thanks to nairaland and some special members whom I do like to follow their post. The likes of Seun himself, explorer, billiyonaire, tonyebarcanista, tosyne2much, lalasticlala e.t.c These guys have inspired me one way or the other.. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by lizdammy: 10:59pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
INFJ 2 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Nobody: 11:35pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
Fact- ‘‘Intelligent people wouldn’t comment on here saying how intelligent they are cuz obviously most don’t believe they are’’. Anyways if you really want to know how intelligent you are then take a f.ucken IQ test 5 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Obakoolex(m): 11:47pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
FengChui: You're damn so funny |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by michlins(m): 11:48pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
One thing I know about intelligent people is that they aren't &Uhari |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Nobody: 11:50pm On Feb 06, 2020 |
nakaman:super inteligent people are usually shy usually avoids eye contact and find it dificult to abandon tasks until they find a solution, if they dont they could become depressed because they feel its their responsibility to fix things or create better alternatives. 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by efembaba(m): 12:42am On Feb 07, 2020 |
Intelligent people also tend to stay up late. When others are sleeping, that's when their minds are busiest. Anyway I enjoy my own company. I even think I'm addicted to this. If someone must be my friend, the person must pass a series of unconscious interviews and tests 3 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Tpave(m): 3:02am On Feb 07, 2020 |
Wow....Very interesting topic. This is a front page material. |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Myhaven: 7:53am On Feb 07, 2020 |
They don't admit they are intelligent, despite possessing most or all of these traits. |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Awkuzuboi(m): 8:17am On Feb 07, 2020 |
nakaman:number 6 is not totally true, cos the 'intelligent' people around me,seem to be possessed anytime they come upon a new idea. I had three sleepless nights thinking of a gas that could suffocate HIV/AIDS |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by TonyeBarcanista(m): 8:19am On Feb 07, 2020 |
jumper524:I don't really accept academic definition of intelligence completely as I don't think people should fit into a box before they are considered intelligent. But one thing I know is that academic brilliance is not really a true definition of intelligence. The likes of Se.un himself, expl.orer, billiyon.aire, tonyeba.rcanista, tosyne.2much, lalasticl.ala e.t.cSeun is an inspiration to many my brother. 2 Likes |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Snixdave114(m): 8:27am On Feb 07, 2020 |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Biafrarep(m): 1:11pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
Really? What an interesting study! I scored 7/8 and I used to consider some of these qualities, especially enjoying one's company as antisocial and bad. However, I find it extremely difficult going out with friends to a bar and be gisting over bottles of beer when same time could be spent earning good money online or just with family. Self control is another area I score very high. I stayed several years without engaging in unprotected sex even when a very pretty lady was living with me. Also, you can keep one million dollars with me and I will be broke without touching it. Delayed gratification is also another aspect because I would rather have my money in the bank or invested somewhere to be guaranteed that it will not finish than spend it on any want. Owning a business that is facing challenges like many others in Nigeria while living good life based on dollar earnings from my online work now make my neighbors to always wonder what is giving me money. Lol. I don't even consider myself as smart even when all indices strongly suggests that. |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by encryptjay(m): 1:23pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
When you're intelligent, people will give you compliments from time to time and they rely on your expertise or your input when faced with problems. They even believe you can solve unknown problems and explain certain situations better. |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by chingle5(m): 1:32pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
ojkalito: Maybe u r utilizing -100 % of ur brain power |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by mrsfavour(f): 3:37pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
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Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by ojkalito(m): 4:00pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
chingle5:my brain is unused as a matter of fact |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by chingle5(m): 4:40pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
ojkalito: God ,me and you know say u no lie |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by Toria26: 4:51pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
mrsfavour: Your number please? |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by khikhella(f): 5:09pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
Re: 8 Personality Traits Of Highly Intelligent People (backed By Science) by khikhella(f): 5:18pm On Feb 07, 2020 |
Biafrarep: Have u tried conducting a truity test to determine your personality type. |
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