In my quest to become a better human, I have been studying psychology, personal development, as well as neuroplasticity, and how to incorporate my insights to improve marketing campaigns. While I have a great way of skimming through reading material, it's sometimes more relaxing to learn from YouTube through animated video than to watch the evening news. One of my favorite channels is Psych2Go. I'm not alone with it's 11 million followers they are making psychology accessible to everyone.
The one that struck me today was on the 9 types of intelligence:
So, I asked ChatGPT to summarize the public transcript for all those that will not watch this fascinating video. Here is what the AI wrote:
The video explores the concept of intelligence beyond traditional academic measurements like GPA. It introduces the nine types of intelligence proposed by Howard Gardner in 1983. Here is a summary of each type:
1. Naturalist Intelligence: This type of intelligence involves recognizing patterns in the natural environment, being sensitive to nature, and having skills related to hunting, gathering, or farming.
2. Musical Intelligence: Musical intelligence is characterized by a strong affinity for music. People with this intelligence can discern tones, rhythms, and pitches easily, play instruments by ear, and have a deep appreciation for music.
3. Logical-Mathematical Intelligence: This intelligence emphasizes abstract and symbolic thinking, reasoning skills, and proficiency in math and logic. Individuals with this intelligence often excel in strategy games, mathematics, and science.
4. Existential Intelligence: Individuals with existential intelligence ponder life's existential questions and delve into philosophical thinking. They contemplate the meaning of life, purpose, and the deeper symbolic aspects of existence.
5. Interpersonal Intelligence: Interpersonal intelligence refers to the ability to understand and relate to others effectively. People with this intelligence excel in social interactions, empathize with others, and can perceive emotions accurately.
6. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence: This intelligence involves the coordination of mind and body, and individuals with high bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are skilled in activities such as sports, dance, or surgery. They have a strong mind-body connection.
7. Linguistic Intelligence: Linguistic intelligence is characterized by a strong command of language, including vocabulary, reading, writing, and the ability to understand subtle nuances in meaning. People with this intelligence often excel as writers, speakers, or language learners.
8. Intrapersonal Intelligence: Intrapersonal intelligence refers to self-awareness and understanding one's own thoughts, emotions, and motivations. Individuals with this intelligence are introspective, goal-oriented, and can effectively motivate themselves.
9. Spatial Intelligence: Spatial intelligence involves the ability to perceive and manipulate visual information accurately. People with spatial intelligence excel in activities like solving puzzles, mazes, and have a strong visual imagination. They may thrive in fields like architecture, painting, or navigation.
The video encourages viewers to reflect on these different types of intelligence and consider which ones resonate with them.
Now, I've been playing with the AI tools like Midjourney, and Pictory.AI for video production. If this is how the intellectuals define intelligence, I am not afraid of AI taking over my role on a sailboat race team which leverages my spatial intelligence or that of naturalist.
One last thing to add from my ChatGPT sidekick: It's important to note that these categories are not exhaustive, and individuals may possess a combination of these intelligences to varying degrees. Additionally, Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences has been the subject of debate and criticism within the field of psychology.
So, what do you think of intelligence and is AI actually intelligent?
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Elizabeth Quintanilla: Fractional CMO and Marketing Gunslinger, Motivational Speaker, and humorist who enjoys giving people belly laughs and making people believe in themselves. Elizabeth encourages you to find your passion to live your best life to achieve your goals with confidence, accountability, gratitude, balance, and fun!
