Positive Emotions
Tendency to experience positive feelings. Positive Emotions is one of six facets of extraversion in the Big Five personality model. The trait describes a broad tendency; facets show how it plays out in everyday behaviour.
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High vs low positive emotions
High positive emotions
Typical behaviours
- Cheerful
- Optimistic
- Enthusiastic
Real-world examples
- Optimists who see silver linings in setbacks
- People who laugh easily and often
- Those who radiate enthusiasm to others
Low positive emotions
Typical behaviours
- Less exuberant
- Serious
- Reserved emotionally
Real-world examples
- Reserved individuals with muted emotional expression
- People who remain calm rather than excited
- Those who prefer quiet contentment to exuberance
Other facets of extraversion
- GregariousnessPreference for the company of others
- AssertivenessSocial dominance and confidence in groups
How extraverted are you?
The personality test scores you on all five Big Five traits, including extraversion.
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