Surprising character traits that indicate a high IQ

by Priyanka Kabra 12.09.2022

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There are certain personality qualities that high IQ individuals possess that go against the intellectual stereotype. 

No matter how intelligent you are though, you might be surprised by some of these qualities.

 In this post, we delve into 10 such character traits. 

1. Reading A Lot 

1. Reading A Lot 

Reading has been proven to increase intelligence.

2. Empathetic

2. Empathetic

Recent studies have shown that those with high IQs also exhibit high EQs.

3. Self-control

3. Self-control

According to studies, those with higher IQs are often better at setting and achieving goals and controlling impulses.

4. Curiosity

4. Curiosity

It makes sense because it coincides with a passion for learning that a high IQ has been associated with the display of insatiable curiosity.

5. Comfortable Alone

5. Comfortable Alone

Smarter people typically find socialising to be less satisfying as compared to other people. They enjoy their solitude.

6. Thinking Out of the Box

6. Thinking Out of the Box

Because of their tendency to bend norms, thought processes, and rules, many intelligent people have been regarded as weird or arrogant.

7. Messy

7. Messy

Older studies suggested that a messy desk was an indication of a cluttered mind, but more current research suggests the opposite is true.

8. Observant

8. Observant

High IQ individuals are more preoccupied with what they are observing than what they are presenting.

9. Creativity

9. Creativity

High IQ individuals combine the two traits- intelligence and Creativity- to accomplish their objectives.

10. Trust Their Decision

10. Trust Their Decision

Bright people are unlikely to change their minds once that decision has been made.