According to psychology professor Richard Wiseman, there are four distinct traits that all the luckiest people share.

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A great debate between personality trait theorists and social psychologists began in 1968 following the publication of Personality and Assessment, Walter Mischel’s influential book in which he argued ...

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Have you ever taken a personality test? If you’re like me, you’ve consulted BuzzFeed and you know exactly which Taylor Swift song “perfectly matches your vibe.” It might be obvious that internet ...

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Ever caught yourself thinking out loud? You might have felt a bit silly, especially if someone overheard. Yet psychologists have found that talking to yourself can be a sign of insight and mental ...