How Birth Order Can Shape Your Personality

How Birth Order Can Shape Your Personality

1. The Eldest Or First-Born

It is said that children who are born first are the ‘experimental children’. Not in a laboratory kind of setting, but in the sense that the parents are actually experimenting with everything that they are doing because they do not have any prior experience with raising children. It has been observed that eldest children are usually the perfectionists of the family. The simple reason behind this being that parents tend to be a little over obsessed with their first child and tend to be overly concerned about making everything perfect for them. So, they tend to take on this personality trait.

Another trait of first-born children is that they are also very responsible. This could be attributed to the fact that they need to take care of their younger siblings even when they themselves are kids, and are therefore introduced to the concept of responsibility early on in life. However, it is tough to say whether later on in life they go on to take up roles/ jobs which require more responsibility.

2. The Middle Child

Very often, the stereotype associated with the middle child is that they are confused and always starved for attention. While this is not necessarily true, it has been observed that the middle child does exhibit an ambitious nature. This could be because they always feel the need to prove themselves as they see their elder sibling being responsible and go-getters. It could also be because they are constantly under the shadow of their elder siblings. They are also known to be slightly rebellious, since they feel the need to stand out and differentiate themselves from the rest of the siblings.

They are also, however, very adaptive and tend to be good listeners. They are known to have good social skills and are also known to be peacemakers, because more often than not, they become the listening pads to both the older sibling as well as the younger .

3. The Youngest Or Last-Born

The youngest are usually presumed to be the most pampered and the most loved, though this may not always be true. The pampering bit is usually because all the elders in the family tend to shower their affection on the youngest, and feel the need to take care of them and sometimes even spoil them! However, it has been noticed that the youngest in the family tend to be a little slack when it comes to showing responsibility. But again, this can be blamed on the fact that everyone spoils them and likes to look after them, which is what makes them slightly irresponsible.

However, the plus point in them is that they are always motivated and enthusiastic because they always see their older siblings up and about. They do tend to feel a little unfairly compared to their elders but they take it all in their stride. They are also known to be social and charming in nature.

4. The Solo Child

According to the book, South of the Border West of the Sun by Haruki Murakami, it was rather unusual in the 70s in Japan for a child to be an only child. In fact, it was almost looked down upon. Thankfully that is not the case anymore and parents are free to choose the number of children that they want to have. But does being an only child really affect a person’s personality? Turns out it does! Since they are the only child, they obviously get their parents’ undivided attention and they tend to expect this from everyone in every aspect of their lives. They are confident but one flaw in them seems to be that they tend to be a little self-centered.

Isn’t it amazing how one’s personality may differ depending on their birth order? Though we must keep in mind that many factors have not been taken into consideration while doing this research like ethnicity, economic status, etc. still, isn’t this fun to know?

4 Zodiac Signs That Fall In Love More Easily Than Others

4 Zodiac Signs That Fall In Love More Easily Than Others

The skeptics will tell you love is overhyped. But the ones who’ve felt the rush of love deep within their bones will wholeheartedly counter it! No matter the polarizing opinions of people about love, it continues to be the deepest, strongest emotion most of us ever feel. Not to mention the most beautiful one too!
When the cupid’s arrow strikes you down and claims you as its victim, butterflies fill your stomach. The sky seems bluer than before and roses bloom in full glory. Your hands scribble one love note after another and your feet involuntarily tap to every love beat on the radio. That’s how powerful love really is!

Despite its innate power though, not everybody falls in love as readily as shown in the movies. Some people hold themselves back to prevent the hurt and the pain, while a few others rush into the thrill of romance without even giving it a second thought.
Although the rate at which people fall in love can be attributed to their personalities, it’s the alignment of the stars at the time of their birth that ultimately decides how quickly they’ll feel the new pinch of love. What we’re trying to say is, it’s basically your zodiac sign that largely determines whether you’ll fall in love easily or prove to be a tough nut to crack!
With that being said, are you wondering what kind of person you are when it comes to falling in love? Do you think your zodiac sign is easily moved? Well, you won’t have to wonder much longer as we’re going to reveal to you the 4 zodiac signs that fall head over heels in love quite easily as compared to others. Just keep on reading!

1. Libra (Sept 23 – Oct 22)

Venus is the planet that rules the sun sign of Libra. Hence, it’s no surprise that Libra is one of the easiest signs when it comes to falling in love! As soon as a Libran falls in love, they can’t help but utter those 3 words. And if you think that’s too much, you’d be surprised to know that it’ll take a Libra only about 3 dates to fall in love with someone! Simple actions such as their date passing them the ketchup bottle without them asking first can make a Libra feel like they’ve found ‘The One.’
So, is that a bad thing? No, not really. Librans are very much in love with the idea of love. They like loving people and receiving love in return, which is why they are quick to act on their impulses and make a commitment even if the person is not really their soulmate. All they want is to share their life with someone, which is not bad.

2. Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Pisceans are ultra-romantics! Even though this fish sign realizes that the sea is full of fish, their aim is to catch one and hold on to it for life. Their ruling planet is Neptune, which is responsible for fantasies. And this is exactly what leads them to fantasize about their dream wedding, wedding dress, wedding ring, and more! However, for Pisceans who are tired of falling in love too easily with the wrong ones, we have some advice: Just rethink every move you intend to make before making it, just so you can be sure you’re investing your truest emotions in the right one.

3. Gemini (May 20 – Jun 20)

Geminis are social butterflies. They flutter around from one flower to the other, flirting their way into the hearts of people. That said, Geminis are also very talkative and if you’re able to match their wavelength during a conversation, the Gemini will lose their heart to you in an instant! Although Geminis fall in love quite easily, they don’t stay in love for very long as they get bored quite easily. The key is to keep them entertained and engaged in stimulating conversation that blows their mind away. If you can do that, the Gemini will start wedding planning already! Even though Geminis are quite okay with flings, they’re really on the hunt for their soulmate.

4. Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Cancerians are so quick to fall in love that a simple “hello” is all it takes for them to want to say, “I do” to you! The crab sign is extremely sensitive and wants to experience everlasting love. So, if they manage to connect emotionally with someone on a deeper level, they won’t mind getting down on their knees with a ring in their hand! Also, know that Cancerians are not even remotely interested in starting a fling. It’s love they seek and they’ll only get into a relationship if their partner is ready to be serious too!
So, these are the 4 sun signs that fall in love too fast. That’s not to say the others don’t feel the feels. It just means they take their own sweet time before taking the plunge!

What Your Sleeping Position Says About Your Personality

What Your Sleeping Position Says About Your Personality

Have you ever wondered what it takes to have a night of sleep that will rejuvenate you to give your maximum the next day? Is it what you dream? Is it what you wear to bed? Or is it how you sleep?
Indeed, the sleep position is a curious yet deep aspect of human personality. It is something that is so personal and basic that even babies have their unique sleeping position.

Let’s find out how our sleep patterns can help us analyze more about ourselves.

1. The Fetal Position

Personal Traits: In the survey, the fetal position emerged to be the most natural and commonplace position, adopted by 41% of the total participants. This position is characterized by both the legs snuggled towards the direction of the chest. It is said that these people exhibit a strong personality outwardly, but are quite tender and vulnerable from within. They are soft-hearted too. They can be anxiety-prone and take their time to get friendly. But once they mingle, they are at ease.
Health Factor: It will be beneficial for the fetal sleepers to sleep on their right side because the vital body organs like the lungs, stomach, and liver can be stressed if people lie on their left for long.

2. The Log Position

Personality Traits: This comprised of about 15% of the people who were part of the survey. In this position, the person lies on his/her sides, while the legs are kept straight.

The arms are also positioned down, along the side of the body. Though it appears that these people might be firm and uncompromising, that is far from the truth. On the contrary, they are quite social and easy-going and feel a deep belongingness among their near ones. The flip side is they can be trusting to the point of naivety.
Health Factor: This posture of sleeping with a straight back is quite good for people who have back related problems. Keeping a few support pillows may add to the comfort.

3. The Yearner Position

Personality Traits: The Yearners formed about 13% of the test population. This position is very similar to that of the log, but both the arms are spread outwards towards the side the person is sleeping. These people go through serious contemplation before taking any decision, weighing all the pluses and the minuses. But when they arrive at it, they rarely change or lament over it.

Health Factor: This sleep position helps to alleviate certain conditions like acid reflux and provides unobstructed breathing in case a person is suffering from sleep apnea. However, it only provides mild comfort, and one must see a health professional in case the problems are persistent.

4. The Soldier Position

Personality Traits: The soldiers consisted of about 8% of the survey participants. They sleep straight, back down, and their arms and legs are in a horizontal attention posture. Interestingly, this position relates well to their personality because they are generally restrained in nature. They dislike fussing over small issues and have high moral standards.

Health Factor: This may not be an ideal position from the health point of view because it may aggravate problems related to snoring and breathing. Changing to the side position may help in such circumstances.

5. The Free Fall Position

Personality Traits: The free fall included about 7% of the survey population. It seems like a tricky position to sleep on the stomach and face on one side and the arms around the pillow.

But, funnily enough, the position promotes better breathing and digestion. Such people are quite outgoing. They also exhibit arrogance and brazen assertiveness. However, they are touchy and may get offended by any criticism.
Health Factor: The free fall, or any posture that is face down, is always a plus for the digestive and respiratory systems, and it also promotes good health.

6. The Starfish Position

Personality Traits: The people who slept in the starfish position were about 5% of the total participants. A person sleeping in this posture, on his/ her back, with the arms and the legs stretched out, needs a bed with more room. Such sleepers are prone to snoring and poor sleep, like their soldier counterparts. However, they make for excellent friends because they are very good listeners. They are also very helpful and can relentlessly work for others’ benefit without hogging the attention.
Health Factors: As mentioned above, the starfish sleepers do not seem to enjoy a night of unperturbed sleep as they may have snoring and breathing issues. They might be comfortable if they switch to side positions in between.
So, the next time you hit the bed, it won’t be a bad idea to consciously watch out how your body chooses to sleep. It can also help you make some changes in the sleeping position or pattern if you want relief from certain discomforts mentioned above. So, let’s cheer to a good night and sleeping tight!