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Curiosity, can a relatively normal person create a new personality?

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Curiosity, can a relatively normal person create a new personality? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I have some painful experiences, but I have managed to bear them all on my own. Now, I consider myself relatively mentally healthy. Out of curiosity, I want to know if someone like me, with a relatively common mindset, can create an independent personality, or if by deliberately assuming a character in my mind over time, I could truly develop an additional personality.

Vincent Clark Vincent Clark A total of 7370 people have been helped

Hello, I'm Duo Duo.

Your question is precisely the topic I've been researching.

I am going to ask you a different question: "How can a normal person develop multiple personalities?"

19-year-old with multiple personality disorder Jess switches out 31-year-old personality to answer questions from netizens. She confidently answers how she learned about her illness, the frequency of personality switching, and switching between personalities. 哔哩哔哩_bilibili https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1KW411f764?spm_id_from=333.337.search-card.all.click

I highly recommend this video about dissociative identity disorder.

Read on for some helpful comments that will help you understand multiple personality.

A split personality means you have to share your body with another, or even more, personalities.

Your personalities are independent of each other, including life and memories.

If you can accept sharing a body with someone else, then I have to take my hat off to you.

I have experienced grief, but I was able to bear it on my own, and I am now mentally healthy.

You can't get a split personality.

If you have experienced a traumatic event, such as sexual abuse, severe abuse, or severe bullying, and you cannot handle it, you will give birth to a second (or even more) personality to help you share the mental pressure.

The second personality in this situation was born to help you share the mental pressure. This is equivalent to a person who will never be able to bear suffering alone.

If you have thoughts of revenge or hatred, you will create an evil personality that will use your body to commit crimes.

It is not realistic to think that you can deliberately create a personality and just use this ordinary method to create the personality you desire.

Memories are not shared between the personalities. This is why the assumption that you can create a personality you want through imagination and conversation is wrong.

People with multiple personalities are not aware that they have multiple personalities. They can communicate through text and video, but communication between personalities is still extremely difficult.

Multiple personality is far more complex than we imagine.

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Fabian Fabian A total of 9293 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Kimu the Little Angel, and I'm thrilled to be here with you today.

I really hope this answer is helpful!

The question asked by the original poster is absolutely fascinating! It's a truly intriguing proposition that is well worth exploring in depth!

I remember reading a story once that really stuck with me!

The young man has a girlfriend from the philosophy department of Peking University, a fascinating and intriguing academic, a goddess type. Although the young man likes her a lot, he always feels that his girlfriend is aloof and uninteresting. By chance, the young man met his girlfriend's twin sister, a vibrant, passionate, and sexy girl.

This is a very different type of child, but the young man instead feels that this younger sister is more approachable and suitable to get along with. By chance, the young man and his girlfriend went to his girlfriend's house for dinner, and then the young man casually mentioned that he didn't see his younger sister at home.

The old couple were blown away and said, "She is an only child, she has never had a twin sister." And that's the end of the story!

It's absolutely thrilling when you think about it, isn't it?

There's a saying that "life is like a play, and it all depends on the acting." Many actors act in an experiential way, which means experiencing the life of the character and bringing themselves into the role they're playing. It's really difficult to get out of character if you really immerse yourself in it. I think this may be a new personality or a new role that the questioner wants to explore. So how to immerse yourself in the role and how to always live in the role may need to be explored further – and it's going to be a fascinating journey!

In psychology, similar explorations can be found in psychodrama, hypnosis, mindfulness meditation, etc. These types of exploration are generally short-term or situational, which is different from the persistent personality the questioner needs. But here's the good news: if the questioner wants to get rid of some bad experiences from the past and reinvent themselves, there are actually professional methods for doing so. And the best part is, it is not necessary to create a new personality!

I am the one and only Kimu, a counselor bathed in love and spreading love to everyone I meet!

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Dominick Evans Dominick Evans A total of 979 people have been helped

I am pleased to be able to respond to your query.

Multiple personality disorder is a mental illness. In essence, the patient exhibits multiple personalities that are discrete and manifest at specific times.

Patients frequently exhibit a lack of self-unity and experience identity disorders. These disorders are often the result of childhood trauma.

The process of creating a new personality through oneself entails the maintenance of one's identity while simultaneously incorporating the newly formed persona. This concept aligns with Jung's theory of personality masks.

A mask can be defined as a sub-personality or a facet of a personality. The term "personality" can be understood as the sum total of all the masks a person has worn.

People utilize a variety of masks in different situations and wear masks consistently. The "true face" that emerges after removing the "false mask" is also a mask.

Therefore, the concept of a "fake mask" is an oxymoron; there is merely a distinction between an "open mask" and a "private mask."

You indicated a desire to create a personality, which prompts the question of what kind of personality you intend to create. It would be beneficial to consider the reasons behind this decision, the ways in which it will benefit you, and the expectations it will fulfill.

Personality can be likened to a diamond, comprising numerous facets. Whether one is striving to actualize their authentic self or to assume a persona, these elements coalesce into a unified entity. There is no inherent virtue or vice in personality.

It is essential to accept oneself fully, to acknowledge the multiplicity of one's self, to engage with the challenges of life with a sense of gravity, and to recognize the legitimacy of fatigue and the capacity to decelerate when necessary.

I must insist that you do so.

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Yvonne Jade Anderson Yvonne Jade Anderson A total of 4482 people have been helped

Good day, question asker. I am pleased to have this opportunity to respond to your inquiry.

I believe the question posed by the original poster is worthy of consideration. Primarily, the original poster seeks to gain insight into the concept of personality.

In essence, personality represents an individual's character and temperament. From a psychological perspective, personality encompasses an individual's internal tendencies and psychological characteristics in relation to social adaptation to people, events, and oneself.

Personality can be defined as the integration of abilities, temperament, character, motives, ideals, and values. It represents a self with consistent motivation and continuity, as well as a unique mind-body organization formed by the individual during the process of socialization. Its basic characteristics are wholeness, stability, uniqueness, and sociality.

The OP proposes to cultivate a new personality. In my view, this is akin to re-cultivating a child. With a new personality, there is only one body. The question therefore arises as to who will be the main personality and who the secondary personality.

How should the body be used? A new personality is born. Will there be a conflict with the old personality over the right to use the body?

Why should he defer to his original personality? Is there not a distinction between the new and the old personalities?

I am curious as to whether the questioner has considered these matters.

It is challenging for an individual with a typical personality to develop a new personality. However, it is possible to create an entirely new self. Some highly influential and remarkable figures in history have had other facets for various reasons.

These additional aspects represent a brand new self, and may also align with the new personality proposed by the questioner.

The following is a brief introduction to the topic of designing a new alter ego.

The next step is to design a new image.

If you wish to create a new self, you must provide your alter ego with a goal. Please state your reasons for creating a new self.

What are your objectives? Is this a purely recreational endeavor, or is there a more serious underlying motive?

The responses to these inquiries will inform the decision-making process. Based on the questioner's self-assessment, they may be seeking to create a new persona to avoid prolonged reflection on past challenges.

For instance, if your objective is to become a writer, you may opt for a pen name. Similarly, if you aspire to be a performer, you could choose an artist name.

The questioner can evaluate the expectations they have for their new self. There is no need to delve into the matter in great detail. As long as the distinction between the new self and the real self is maintained, the new self can be presented in a manner that aligns with the desired appearance.

The next step is to give the alter ego a personality and a voice.

What kind of person is the new self? What are his characteristics? How does he speak and act? Is he an entirely different person, aside from having the same name?

Another option is to create a brand new character with a unique personality. The choice depends on your goals.

What is the new self-identity that the questioner has established for himself? Is it that of a hero or that of a successful person?

The questioner should align their words and actions with the values and mindset of their new self. What are the thought processes of successful individuals and heroes? It is essential for the questioner to reflect on these aspects.

It is often beneficial to create an alter ego with qualities that the original self lacks. By developing this new persona, the original self can address character flaws and overcome difficulties.

For instance, if you are typically reserved and introverted, you might present an alternative persona at a social gathering with unfamiliar individuals.

The alter ego should be given a new appearance.

What should the new self's mental outlook be, and what should its dress and appearance be? Should it be inconspicuous, or should it be easily recognizable in a crowd?

Your alter ego's character should have its own spiritual outlook and dressing style that reflects its personality. For example, if your new self is an elite person, then he should often wear a suit and tie, with an exquisite haircut, a confident smile on his face, and a set of his own philosophies for dealing with people and things. He should also be knowledgeable and well-read.

If you intend to portray your new persona in real life, it is essential to consider your physical appearance when developing the character. Ensure that you can effectively transition between roles through the use of costumes, makeup, and other techniques commonly used in acting. When donning the costume, you embody the character, and when removing it, you return to your natural state.

It should be noted that body type also affects the design of the character. It would not be feasible for a thin person to play a sumo wrestler.

Please create a new character background for the other me.

To create a brand new self, it is also necessary to design a suitable background for the character. This process is similar to that used by actors when writing an autobiography for a role. The character's history, personality and family background can all be considered.

This provides the new self with a sense of reality. The details can be ordinary or unusual.

These are the types of details that can only be provided by a logical scenario that reflects the character and appearance of the character in question. When writing a story about the new identity given by the questioner, it is important to consider the following:

What is the source of my new identity?

What was his previous lifestyle?

What experiences has he had?

It would be beneficial to ascertain who he knows and who he is related to.

It is important to pay attention to character details.

It is also important to include new details about the self, as they provide depth to the character. For example, the gambling god Gao Jin has a fondness for chocolate and fondling rings.

It is important to note that all individuals possess unique characteristics and habits. Incorporating these traits into the new self can enhance its depth and authenticity, as well as impart a distinctive personality.

An effective character, like a real person, is frequently complex and contradictory.

Embody your new role.

Once you have established a new role, it is important to integrate it fully into your daily routine. Look for opportunities to fully immerse yourself in your new role and disconnect from your previous image. If you switch roles frequently in front of familiar people, they will perceive you as playing a different character.

It is recommended that you find an unfamiliar environment in which to play a new role and accomplish something with him. Once you have completed some simple tasks, you will find it easy to enter your new role.

The more challenging the task, the more natural your character will become.

Many actors will go to a region or wear the clothes of a certain era to better understand the characteristics of a role. After assimilating the characteristics of the region or era, it will be natural to play the role.

To blend into your new role, it is also important to consider making changes to your daily habits to ensure they align with your new appearance.

As with any significant change, there are risks involved in creating a brand new self. Similarly, actors can become trapped in their roles. If the new self the questioner has designed is too perfect, it may result in a lack of desire to return to the original self.

It is important to avoid becoming trapped in an inauthentic self and losing sight of your true priorities, which should always be your own well-being, your life, and your relationships with friends.

It is my hope that this response will prove helpful to the questioner.

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Sophia Marie Smith Sophia Marie Smith A total of 707 people have been helped

Hello, I'm Gu Yi. I'm a modest and consistent person.

That's a great question, but only you can answer it for sure.

There's a lot to be gained from experience.

Our experiences can either make us mature or vulnerable. We can become strong and resilient because of what we've been through, or we can become so submissive that we avoid facing our problems. The most important thing in determining our psychological state is our attitude towards and level of care for a matter.

For those who feel their own psychological state is pretty healthy and pretty ordinary, is it possible to shape a new personality? It's worth noting that if there's a genuine need, it's definitely possible. If the need isn't that strong, but you're just curious or want to change some of your current psychological states, it's enough to suggest that you let this curiosity continue to wonder.

No matter what kind of trauma we've experienced, it's already pretty amazing that we can heal ourselves. Through such events, we should believe in our inner strength and be able to gain more and sufficient happiness. Being full of curiosity is one way to be happy. I hope to always love and be happy.

I'd like to talk about another personality.

Personality represents a person's spiritual interests and is an essential part of what makes a person a person. It's good that we have needs, questions, and curiosities in this area. First of all, our spiritual soul has a place to rest, and our ability to be alone is also very strong.

So, what is our main psychological desire for another personality? Is it because we want to become someone with a different personality, or do we want to have two personalities at the same time?

If you just want to have a certain personality, you can cultivate it completely. If you want to have two personalities at the same time, you need to think about it carefully. After all, when multiple personalities gather together, they are prone to split personalities in different environments, which can be more painful.

So, we need to understand what we need and then build on our spiritual resources so that we can achieve our goals. It's a simple problem, but the world isn't simple.

I also hope to keep an open mind and be curious about what I discover along the way.

Wishing you the best.

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Faith Faith A total of 992 people have been helped

Good morning. I extend to you a 360-degree hug.

You raise an interesting question: Is it possible for a normal person to create a new personality?

From my perspective, it is feasible to establish a new personality. However, the concept of a new personality differs from the notion of multiple personality disorder as defined in the field of psychiatry.

In the field of psychiatry, the term "multiple personality disorder" is used to describe an individual who exhibits symptoms of having multiple distinct personalities, each of which is unaware of the others. For instance, the TV series "24" features a character named Billy who is said to possess 24 different personalities, while the series "Seven of Me," starring Zhang Yishan, portrays a protagonist with seven distinct personalities.

The formation of this multiple personality is generally considered to be related to childhood trauma, the acquisition of defense mechanisms during growth, adverse environments, dissociative qualities, a lack of external support, etc. In short, it is believed to protect the passive emergence of the host personality.

When you say "creating a new personality," I prefer to understand it as different personality masks.

Personality masks are a concept proposed by Carl Jung, who likened a person's personality to a mask. In different social situations, individuals will present different images, or "masks," to align with the expectations of the situation. Therefore, there is not just one mask, but the personality is the sum of all the masks.

As Carl Jung observed, personality masks allow individuals to adopt a range of personalities, typically aligning with social expectations, to create a positive impression and gain social recognition. However, these masks can also obscure one's true self.

Personality masks are a vital tool for navigating social interactions, allowing us to adapt our behavior to suit different situations and maintain positive relationships, even with individuals we may not particularly care for. People tend to utilize a range of masks in different contexts.

For instance, one persona is employed when dealing with parents, and another when interacting with friends.

In simple terms, a persona is a facade that allows one to say whatever is required in any given situation.

Individuals who are adept at utilizing a personality mask are typically mature and self-consistent. The personality behind the mask is usually stable.

Individuals with unstable personalities are more likely to exhibit pronounced behavioral traits, such as impulsivity.

It is, in fact, the case that we all utilise different personality masks. Our behaviour differs significantly when we encounter strangers compared to when we interact with people we know. However, we tend to perceive this as a normal occurrence.

The concept of personas and persona creation is a common topic of discussion. In fact, a persona can be viewed as a personality mask.

It is possible to create a new persona. It should be noted that this is a persona, not a personality.

For instance, if you are naturally introverted but desire an extroverted personality, you can create an extroverted persona for yourself or label yourself as extroverted and then behave and speak like an extrovert. Over time, you will develop an extroverted personality mask, which psychologists refer to as a self-fulfilling prophecy.

I am not naturally outgoing, but I am capable of being quite talkative when the situation calls for it. In some WeChat groups, I present myself as someone who is socially anxious and not particularly adept at fostering lively interactions.

I then proceed to delegate the task of fostering a positive atmosphere to other team members.

It is possible to create new personality masks, but this is only feasible when the underlying personality is stable.

I am a licensed psychological counselor with a fluctuating outlook on life, oscillating between periods of depression and optimism.

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Ferdinand Ferdinand A total of 4776 people have been helped

Hello, dear questioner! Thanks so much for your question.

Hi, I'm Coach Yi Ming, your friendly heart detective!

Thank you for your interesting question!

I'm not sure if he could create an independent personality or deliberately play a role in his mind, but over time, an extra personality emerged.

Oh, have you seen the movie Catch Me If You Can?

The main character in the play is an American security consultant who was on the run from the law in his early years. He had been caught forging checks, impersonating people, and deceiving folks.

He's done so much! He's impersonated no less than eight identities, including a Pan Am pilot, teacher, doctor, US Federal Bureau of Prisons staff member, and lawyer.

He was able to successfully deceive others in each role, which is pretty impressive!

So, let's say he did create different personalities. Would that make a difference?

I'd be delighted to chat more about this with you!

1. The great thing about personality is that it's something we can all change and grow.

A person's character is a stable attitude towards reality and the personality traits that are expressed in habitual patterns of behavior that correspond to this attitude.

Our wonderful personalities are shaped by a combination of our genetic makeup and the environment we grow up in.

There are currently 16 personality types and the MBTI personality self-assessment tool, which I think you'll find really helpful!

I truly believe that we all deliberately project an image in our minds and adapt well to life.

I'd love to explain it using the persona mask!

We all have different sides to us, and we show different things to different people in different situations.

We all have different sides to us, and we show different things to different people in different situations.

We all know that different people have different impressions of us. And we also know which one we like!

Some folks say that the persona is like a false self.

There's also a lot of debate about the personality mask, which is totally understandable!

I'm more inclined to accept the conclusion that

I'm more inclined to accept this conclusion, which I think is really interesting!

Behind every personality mask, there's a common personality—your true self!

Even if it sometimes feels like you're fooling yourself, know that you're not alone.

In the process, we may actually be reshaping our personalities, and that's okay!

From this perspective, it can be said that we have created a new personality, but it is not an additional personality, but an additional personality mask.

2. I'd love to know what kind of new personality you'd like to have!

2. So, tell me, what kind of new personality do you want to have?

You're open to exploring and asking yourself, "Could I create an independent personality?"

Have you ever thought about why you want to create an independent personality? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this!

Is it to forget sad experiences and live life carefree? Or is there something else?

Or could it be our ideal self?

Freud came up with a really interesting theory called "id, ego, and superego."

The ego is the conscious part of our personality. It's the part that's learned from reality and has grown apart from the id.

The superego is the moralized self, the last to form and the most civilized part of the personality.

It represents our conscience, social norms, and self-ideals.

The ego is the one who gets things done!

I truly believe that our ego personalities are always trying to find a balance between our id and superego.

It's totally normal to have different sides to our personalities, but most of us only have one main personality. If you feel like you have two or more main personalities, it might be a sign that you need some extra support.

Some folks say that growing up is a process of constantly forming new personality masks.

Behind all those masks is your true, independent self.

Please, just share these.

Let's chat about it together!

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Nathan Nathan A total of 5362 people have been helped

You have experienced too many traumatic experiences in the past. These may have caused you a lot of pain, making you want to escape. You may have developed a second personality to help you deal with these experiences. This second personality will be in the traumatic period of childhood. After that age, it is more of an imaginary personality.

Each of our personalities has many different points and aspects. This means that a person's personality can change and have many characteristics. You are also curious about whether you can create a new personality.

This is usually not possible, but we look at it from different points of view. Everyone may change their personality after going through something, or when they are lonely, they may fantasize about a virtual friend. From these points of view, it is possible.

We can't indulge in fantasies or let external experiences change our personalities. Past experiences may have caused you trauma. You kept going.

These are all reasons to stay strong. You feel healthy now, which is good. If you imagine something, maybe it's fantasy role-playing, which can help you deal with negative emotions.

It can help you deal with your trauma, but it won't create a new personality. Take a psychological test for latent internal trauma to find out what your past experiences have brought you.

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Bill Davis A person's ability to forgive is a measure of their emotional maturity.

I can totally relate to overcoming pain and emerging stronger on the other side. It's amazing how resilient we can be. I think our personalities are always evolving, and by consciously adopting certain traits, we can definitely shape who we become over time.

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Alberto Jackson Time is a journey, not a destination.

It's impressive that you've navigated through tough times and feel mentally healthy now. I believe everyone has the potential to craft their own personality. By imagining and practicing a character, it might not create a whole new personality but could certainly influence your behavior and perspectives in meaningful ways.

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Tyrone Anderson The greatest healing therapy is friendship and love and forgiving and moving on.

Your journey sounds inspiring. While I'm no expert, I do think our personalities are somewhat flexible. Deliberately assuming characteristics of a desired persona could lead to shifts in your personality, enriching it with new facets rather than creating a separate identity.

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Joel Miller Life is a rainbow after the rain, look for the colors.

You seem like someone who has grown a lot from past experiences. I don't know if it's possible to develop an entirely new personality, but I do think that playing a role or embodying certain traits can have a lasting impact on how you see yourself and interact with the world.

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Ilya Davis Life is a journey up the mountain, with each step a lesson.

It's great that you're curious about personal development. From what I understand, while it might not result in a distinct additional personality, focusing on specific aspects of a character can help refine and expand your existing personality, making you more versatile in different situations.

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