There are 8 types of human intelligence!

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word intelligence? Probably having the highest IQ testing. Right? For most of us, academic abilities and reasoning skills are the parameters to measure the level of intelligence. It is something that people are naturally born with and cannot be acquired by others. However, as per Harvard psychologist, Howard Gardner, intelligence can be of different types and an individual can be good in one and might not be in others. Gardner, in his book “Frames of Mind”, first introduced in 1983, stated that there are eight different types of human intelligence- each one represents the way a person processes information in the best way. He named it “the theory of multiple intelligences.”

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According to Gardner’s theory, humans are not born with the same set of qualities. Some are better athletes, while others have a better understanding of the people and nature around them. All these are considered intelligence. Most people fail to see their true potential and often end up in the wrong profession or may not enjoy their work. It is because they haven’t realised their areas of expertise.

Here are the eight types of intelligence identified by Gardner. Score yourself on a scale of one to five when you go through each of them to identify your true potential.

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These kinds of people are good at visualising things in multiple dimensions. They are naturally skilled in maps, charts, puzzles, recognizing patterns, drawing, painting and visual arts.

Potential career choices: Pilot, Fashion designer, Architect, Surgeon, Artist or Engineer

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Those who possess bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are said to be good at body movement and actions They have immense physical control, excellent hand-eye coordination and balance. These kinds of people are naturally good at dance and sports and often remember things by doing them, rather than hearing or seeing.

Potential career choices: Dancer, Physical therapist, Sculptor, Athlete, Mechanic, Builder or Actor

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Linguistic-verbal intelligence referred to the ability to use the words well, both when writing and reading. These kinds of people are highly sensitive to the meaning of words, the order among words, and the sound, rhythms. They enjoy reading and writing, taking parts in debates, and memorising information.

Potential career choices: Poet, Novelist, Journalist, Editor, Lawyer, Teacher

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Those with strong intrapersonal intelligence are sensitive to their feelings, know their emotional state and have a clear goal in their mind. They enjoy self-reflection, analysis and assessing their strengths.

Potential career choices: Therapist, Counsellor, Psychologist, Entrepreneur, Philosopher and Theorist

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People who are strong in logical-mathematical intelligence are good at reasoning and logically analyzing problems. They have excellent problem-solving skills, like to conduct scientific experiments, and can solve complex computations.

Potential career choices: Computer programmer, Mathematician, Economist, Accountant, Scientist, Engineer

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We all agree that not everybody can be a great singer. People who are more sensitive to rhythm, tone and melody have musical intelligence. They can play and learn several musical instruments and have a strong appreciation for music.

Potential career choices: Singer, Musical conductor, DJ, Music teacher, Songwriter and Composer

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People with high interpersonal intelligence are good at understanding and interacting with other people. They can easily assess other people’s emotions, moods, feelings and temperament. These people can communicate well verbally and are even skilled at nonverbal communication. They always try to resolve conflicts and create a positive relationship with others.

Potential career choices: Team manager, Negotiator, Politician, Publicist, Salesperson and Psychologist

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Individuals with high naturalistic intelligence are often interested in nurturing, environment, and learning about other species. They are like subjects such as botany, biology, and zoology and enjoy camping, gardening, hiking.

Potential career choices: Geologist, Farmer, Botanist, Conservationist and Florist

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