The Light Triad of Personality is a model of personality based on the idea that three core aspects of our personality are always in balance: the Dark Triad of Personality, the Light Triad of Personality, and the Middle Triad of Personality.
The Dark Triad of Personality comprises three dimensions: the dark side of the personality, the Machiavellian dimension, and the psychopathic dimension. The dark side of the personality is the side of us that is driven by our interests, and it can be ruthless in its pursuit of goals. The Machiavellian dimension is the ability to manipulate and deceive others, and the psychopathic dimension is the ability to have no empathy or compassion for others.
The Light Triad of Personality comprises three dimensions: the light side of the personality, the humanitarian dimension, and the empathetic dimension. The light side of the personality is the side of us that is driven by our emotions, and it can be compassionate and generous in its pursuit of goals. The humanitarian dimension is the ability to see the world from a global perspective, and the empathetic dimension is the ability to empathize with others.
The Middle Triad of Personality comprises three dimensions: the middle ground of the personality, the balanced dimension, and the integrative dimension. The middle ground of the personality is the ability to be assertive and cooperative, and the balanced dimension is the ability to have a sense of equilibrium in our lives. The integrative dimension is the ability to balance our desires with those of others.
