"Attending talks and clinical workshops in this space got me thinking about how tricky it is to draw the line between personality and personality disorder. After all, we all have personalities, our enduring patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. And those patterns can get a lot of us into trouble, not just people living with personality disorders. Who decides when a trait crosses the line from "This isn't serving me" to "This is maladaptive"?"
"Energized, sociable Attention-seeking, always talking You can fall anywhere along this spectrum. And there is no absolute optimal level of this trait (or any trait). Instead, there are levels that may be more aligned with your goals. For instance, commanding attention may be less desirable at someone else's birthday dinner, but it may serve you well as an actor or comedian."
Personality consists of enduring patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that vary across individuals. Traits lie on a continuum rather than in discrete categories; the introvert–extravert contrast reflects a spectrum from detached or avoidant to attention-seeking. No absolute optimal level exists for any trait; different levels suit different goals and contexts. Disliking parts of one's personality does not automatically indicate a personality disorder. Determining when a trait becomes maladaptive depends on its impact on functioning and alignment with personal goals. With practice, traits can be shifted to better fit chosen roles and situations.
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