i did it, whenever it was first mooted – was it a year ago? these are my results.
You scored 4.7 out of 5 for Openness
You scored high on Openness.
This trait is sometimes known as ‘Openness to experience’. People with scores like yours tend to be imaginative and curious about a wide range of things, from appreciating different art forms to exploring new places, cultures and foods.
Generating lots of imaginative ideas probably comes very easily to you. However, it’s likely that you are prone to daydreaming too.
Innovators, investigators and creators often score highly on this trait. It has also been suggested that Openness is related to a person’s likelihood to hold unusual beliefs. Do you enjoy the odd conspiracy theory?
You scored 3.8 out of 5 for Conscientiousness
You scored medium on Conscientiousness.
Conscientiousness describes how dependable, organised and hard-working a person is likely to be. This may be the reason why, of all the personality traits, Conscientiousness is the most consistent indicator of job success. People with scores like yours are less likely to be workaholics, instead achieving a good work-life balance.
Conscientiousness often gives clues to the amount that a person plans. You probably enjoy planning aspects of your life and may indulge in occasional list-making, but you are unlikely to be averse to behaving spontaneously.
Some studies have shown the more Conscientious an individual is, the more disciplined they are likely to be about exercise and diet.
You scored 3.8 out of 5 for Extroversion
You scored high on Extroversion.
Extroversion is characterised by positive emotions and the tendency to seek out pleasure-stimulating or risk-taking activities. People with scores like yours are often perceived as gregarious, expressive and energetic. You are likely to be someone who enjoys socialising and be quick to form new friendships.
Personality studies have shown that scoring highly on Extroversion often translates to a natural capacity for leadership. High Extroversion may also indicate a tendency to earn more than those with lower scores, but the reasons for this are unclear.
People with high Extroversion are more likely to lead risky lifestyles and take greater risks in pursuit of rewards. Health studies have shown they are more likely to smoke and less likely to get enough sleep than people who score less highly on this trait.
You scored 4.6 out of 5 for Agreeableness
You scored high on Agreeableness.
Agreeableness measures how sympathetic and considerate a person is likely to be. People with scores like yours are likely to find it very easy to get along with other people. You probably find that you are sensitive to the feelings of others and that people find it easy to warm to you.
As a ‘people person’ you will probably be very comfortable in situations that require teamwork.
You scored 2.6 out of 5 for Neuroticism
You scored low on Neuroticism.
In the context of the Big Five personality traits, the term ‘Neuroticism’ relates to a person’s response to threatening or stressful situations. People with scores like yours are often seen as being calm and even-tempered. They cope well with stressful situations and may seem tranquil despite adverse circumstances.
Some scientists have suggested that Neuroticism was beneficial in evolutionary terms. Early man may have found it advantageous to live in a population where certain individuals had a high sensitivity to threats to the group’s survival.
There is evidence to suggest that Neuroticism, when combined with high scores in personality traits such as Conscientiousness, can result in a powerful work ethic and a will to succeed.
Life satisfaction
6.4/7
The questions you answered about your life satisfaction have been used to reveal the degree to which you feel contentment in key areas of your life. Data from this part of the Big Personality Test will help scientists understand the relationship between personality and life satisfaction.
You scored high. Research has uncovered relationships between personality and life satisfaction. People with high Extroversion consistently score more highly than others on scales used to measure a person’s level of wellbeing or happiness.
You scored high on Extroversion. This is consistent with research that shows that people with scores like yours tend to score high on measures of wellbeing.
Extroversion relates to how much positive emotion a person experiences. This may help explain why they often score highly on measures of wellbeing.
Relationships
4.4/5
The questions you answered about your relationships have been used to generate a score that indicates how satisfied you are in your current or most recent relationship. Data from this part of the Big Personality Test will help scientists understand the connections between personality and relationship quality.
Research shows that there is an association between relationship satisfaction and the trait of Agreeableness.
You scored high on Agreeableness. This neither supports nor contradicts research that indicates an association between relationship satisfaction and the trait of Agreeableness; successful relationships are often based on concern for the feelings of others. It is important to remember, however, that many factors can influence satisfaction in a relationship, not least the similarity of the couple’s values.
Agreeableness relates to a person’s ability to understand other people’s thoughts and feelings. It may be this greater awareness of the feelings of others is what leads them to experience generally higher relationship satisfaction.
Job satisfaction
5/5
The questions you answered about your job satisfaction have been used to generate a score that indicates how happy you are in your job. Data from this part of the Big Personality Test will help scientists understand the relationship between personality and job satisfaction. Good job satisfaction is seen as a key feature of a well-balanced life.
You scored high. Research indicates that a low Neuroticism score in a person’s Big Five results is the best predictor of high job satisfaction.
You scored low on Neuroticism. This is consistent with research that shows that people with scores like your tend to score high on measures of job satisfaction.
The reasons behind the relationship between job satisfaction and Neuroticism are not clear. However, it is known that those scoring highly on Neuroticism generally report a less positive outlook on life. Accordingly, this could be reflected in their feelings towards work.
Health
68.8/100
The questions you answered about your health have been used to generate a score that indicates your general level of health and wellbeing. Data from this part of the Big Personality Test will help scientists understand the relationship between personality traits and physical and mental wellbeing.
Research has uncovered relationships between personality and health. In particular, Conscientiousness has consistently been shown as a positive predictor of good health.
You scored medium on Conscientiousness. Research shows that people with Conscientiousness scores broadly similar to yours are more likely to score highly on measures of health. It is important to remember, however, that there are many other factors that affect also your health, from your environment to your genes.
One reason that has been suggested for the relationship between Conscientiousness and health is that highly conscientious people can be disciplined and controlled in their daily habits, such as diet and exercise. Behaviour such as completing a course of medication prescribed by a doctor is thought to be an example of how a personality trait can contribute to a measurable outcome in our lives.
Life goals
Relationships
The questions you answered about your life goals have been used to reveal common themes in how you live your life and the things that are important to you. Data from this part of the Big Personality Test will help scientists understand the relationship between personality and life goals.
Your results showed that your goals are predominantly to do with your relationships; you value harmonious family relationships. Research has uncovered relationships between personality and life goals. It suggests that people with high Openness scores tend to pursue aesthetic goals, while people with high Extroversion scores tend to pursue hedonistic goals.
Scientists would like to know more about the personalities of people with life goals similar to yours.
