Welcome back, friends! I’m so glad you’re here for installment 2 of our Boss Up and Change Your Life self‑care series. Today, we’re diving into a fascinating topic: personality. What type of personality do you have, and why does it matter? Let’s explore together.

🌱 What Is Personality?

Personality is the unique blend of traits, values, and emotional patterns that shape how we think, feel, and act. The American Psychological Association describes it as “the enduring qualities that influence how we adjust to life.”

In short: personality is what makes you you.

🌟 Why Personality Matters

Understanding your personality type isn’t just interesting—it’s practical. It can:

• Answer the “why.” Explain why you think, feel, and act the way you do.
• Show you “how.” Guide decisions about happiness, motivation, and problem‑solving.
• Predict behavior. Help you anticipate how you’ll respond to stress, conflict, or joy.
• Highlight strengths and challenges. Empower you to play to your strengths and address areas for growth.
• Improve relationships. Foster empathy and smoother interactions with family, friends, and coworkers.

🌸 Personality and Intentional Living

In Installment 1, we explored the power of daily intentions. Personality ties directly into that practice. By knowing your personality type, you can better understand why certain intentions feel easy—or hard—and adjust your self‑care approach accordingly.

🧩 Try a Personality Test

There are many free personality tests online. A reliable option is personalitydata.org, where you can take an Enneagram test for free.

When I took the test, my primary type was Type 6: loyal, dependable, and focused on safety and security. Reading about my strengths, weaknesses, fears, and desires gave me new insight into how I approach self‑care and relationships.

📓 Reflection Prompts

• What did you learn about yourself from your personality test?
• How might your personality type influence your daily intentions?
• How can understanding others’ personalities improve your relationships?

🌟 Key Takeaways

• Personality is the unique blend of traits that shape how you think, feel, and act.
• Knowing your personality helps you understand yourself, predict behavior, and improve relationships.
• Personality insights can guide intentional living and self‑care.
• Tests like the Enneagram offer practical tools for reflection and growth.

Thank you for joining me for this installment! Next time, we’ll explore stress—something we all experience, and something we can learn to manage with care and intention. Until then, remember: personality isn’t about labels, it’s about understanding yourself and others more deeply.