Article by Yaerin Wallenberger Who’s the smartest person in your class? Is it the person who’s constantly raising their hand to answer the teacher’s questions? The person who gets straight As in every subject? The person who’s always ready to help you when you’re stuck? Could you be the smartest in your class, or are you convinced that you’re definitely not? Surprise — those are all trick questions! According to Howard Gardner, a famous psychologist, we’re all smart in different ways. Gardner proposed that there are many different types of intelligence, which we each have to varying degrees. Knowing what your strongest intelligences are can help you develop a sense of confidence in your own abilities, and it can also help you to choose what you’re going to study in college. In no particular order, here’s a quick summary of each type of intelligence, and some college majors that you might enjoy if that’s a strong intelligence for you. 1. Logical-Mathematical intelligenceYou’re great at understanding how numbers work, you enjoy conducting scientific experiments, and you like reasoning through complex and abstract problems. People often describe you as logical, precise, and practical. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high logical-mathematical intelligence. Your ideal area of study would involve challenging concepts and coming up with effective solutions, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
2. Linguistic-verbal intelligenceYou’re great at working with the written and/or spoken word, you love telling stories, and you love curling up in your bed with a good book. People often describe you as witty, creative, and having a big vocabulary. Sound familiar? If so, you probably have high linguistic-verbal intelligence. Your ideal area of study would allow you to put all your words to good use in expressing yourself, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
3. Bodily-kinesthetic intelligenceOn the dance floor, you’re always the one with the best moves. If you play a sport, you’re one of the star players on your team. You love being active, and people generally describe you as being in-tune with the things going on around you. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Bodily-Kinesthetic intelligence. Your ideal area of study would allow you to work hands-on and interact with the world around you, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
4. Musical intelligenceYou have an instrument you play— maybe more than one— and you love listening to music. Often, you find yourself mentally humming along to any tune playing in the background. Perhaps you’ve even written or considered writing a song of your own. People often remark that you have a good sense of pitch and rhythm. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Musical intelligence. Your ideal area of study allows you to experience the melody of the world around you, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
5. Visual-spatial intelligenceYou’re great at picturing things in your mind, you have a good sense of direction, and you like working with maps, pictures, and graphs. You may enjoy doing visual arts, such as drawing, painting, or sculpture. People often remark that you’re very observant. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Visual-Spatial intelligence. Your ideal area of study allows you to interact with visual stimuli in new and engaging ways, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
6. Interpersonal intelligenceYou constantly find yourself fascinated by people, and you enjoy helping others however you can. Others often remark that you’re good at understanding others’ motives and perspectives, and that you are empathetic and easy to communicate with. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Interpersonal intelligence. Your ideal area of study allows you to spend time around people, and to further your understanding of others, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
7. Intrapersonal intelligence“Know thyself”, as many say— well, nobody knows you better than you do! You’re in-tune with your own thoughts and feelings, and you’re typically motivated to do things that will help you feel personally fulfilled. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Intrapersonal intelligence. Your ideal area of study allows you to feel more connected to yourself, and to express your feelings, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
8. Naturalistic intelligenceWhenever you get the chance, you like to be outside. You feel the most at home in the forest, or on top of a tall mountain, or on the beach. You love animals, and they often love you back. Sound like you? If so, you probably have high Naturalist intelligence. Your ideal area of study allows you to stay connected to the natural world, so you may enjoy something similar to one of these majors:
Did you notice that some of the majors were repeated more than once? That’s because there are many ways to be good at one major. Regardless of what you think your highest intelligence is, you should study something that you find inspiring and fun. What are your highest intelligence(s), and what are you thinking of majoring in? Comment down below, or send any of us an email at [email protected] or our personal emails! Resources Free Multiple Intelligences test: https://www.mentalup.co/blog/multiple-intelligence-test Further descriptions and career ideas based on multiple intelligences: https://www.verywellmind.com/gardners-theory-of-multiple-intelligences-2795161
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