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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 23 MIN

Can You Really Change Your Personality? | The Making of Me

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

What if the personality you have today isn't the one you're stuck with forever?In this fascinating episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala — leading personality change researcher and founder of Personality Compass — shatters the myth that personality is fixed and reveals the science-backed truth about intentional personality change.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why personality is not set in stone — and the science that proves itHow to intentionally develop the traits you want — confidence, resilience, outgoingness, and morePractical strategies to reshape your personality by choice, not chanceWhat the Big Five personality framework reveals about who you are and who you can becomeHow understanding your personality can transform your relationships, career, and lifeThe powerful work behind Personality Compass and how it can guide your growthIf you've ever felt limited by your personality — this episode will completely change how you see yourself.🔗 Take the free Big Five personality test & explore more resources: https://www.personalitycompass.com🔗 Connect with Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sauer-zavala/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it opened your eyes🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one personality trait you've always wanted to develop?#PersonalityChange #SelfDevelopment #MakingOfMePodcast #DrShannonSauerZavala #PersonalityCompass #BigFive #GrowthMindset #Podcast #Psychology #SelfImprovement #Confidence #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #BehaviorChange #Mindset

What if the personality you have today isn't the one you're stuck with forever?In this fascinating episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala — leading personality change researcher and founder of Personality Compass — shatters the myth that personality is fixed and reveals the science-backed truth about intentional personality change.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:Why personality is not set in stone — and the science that proves itHow to intentionally develop the traits you want — confidence, resilience, outgoingness, and morePractical strategies to reshape your personality by choice, not chanceWhat the Big Five personality framework reveals about who you are and who you can becomeHow understanding your personality can transform your relationships, career, and lifeThe powerful work behind Personality Compass and how it can guide your growthIf you've ever felt limited by your personality — this episode will completely change how you see yourself.🔗 Take the free Big Five personality test & explore more resources: https://www.personalitycompass.com🔗 Connect with Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sauer-zavala/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it opened your eyes🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below — What's one personality trait you've always wanted to develop?#PersonalityChange #SelfDevelopment #MakingOfMePodcast #DrShannonSauerZavala #PersonalityCompass #BigFive #GrowthMindset #Podcast #Psychology #SelfImprovement #Confidence #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #BehaviorChange #Mindset

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