Olga Khazan

Olga Khazan

journalist United States

Olga Khazan is a staff writer for The Atlantic and the author of the book 'Me, But Better,' where she documents her year-long journey to change her personality. Recognizing her less agreeable traits as potentially detrimental to her new role as a parent, Khazan explores the science of personality and the possibility of change through various methods, including social engagement and mindset shifts. Her work highlights that while personality traits can be deeply ingrained, they are not entirely fixed, and with conscious effort, individuals can cultivate new behaviors that enhance their social interactions and overall happiness.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
55,932
Power
1,861$
Sentiment
6.26
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 24,677 $2,700,000 981$
Taiwan 1 7.00 0.13% +0% 23,816,775 31,256 $670,000 879$
Totals 2 91,702,786 55,933 $3,370,000 1,860$
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Recent Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan: Journalist Olga Khazan spent an entire year trying to change her personality, which she documented in her new book Me, But Better. 7

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Is it possible to measure — and change —grumpiness?

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Olga Khazan has bad news for me, stating that 'Agreeableness is the toughest one to change.' 6

The Guardian: I’m disagreeable – and it’s backed by science. Can I change my personality? | Well actually