Theory of multiple intelligences.

• Logical-mathematical
  • The ability to calculate, quantify, consider propositions and hypotheses, and carry out complete mathematical operations.
  • It enables us to perceive relationships and connections and to use abstract, symbolic thought.
  • Sequential reasoning skills
  • Inductive and deductive thinking patterns.
  • Usually well developed in mathematicians, scientists, and detectives.
  • Young adults with lots of logical intelligence are interested in patterns, categories, and relationships. They are drawn to arithmetic problems, strategy games and experiments.
• Existencial
  • Sensitivity and capacity to tackle deep questions about human existence, such as the meaning of life, why we die, and how did we get here.
• Linguistic
  • The ability to think in words and to use language to express and appreciate complex meanings.
  • Allows us to understand the order and meaning of words and to apply meta-linguistic skills to reflect on our use of language.
  • Is evident in poets, novelists, journalists, and effective public speakers.
  • Young adults with this kind of intelligence enjoy writing, reading, telling stories or doing crossword puzzles.
• Intrapersonal
  • Is the capacity to understand oneself and one’s thoughts and feelings, and to use such knowledge in planning and directioning one’s life.
  • Involves not only an appreciation of the self, but also of the human condition.
  • It is evident in psychologist, spiritual leaders, and philosophers.
  • These young adults may be shy. They are very aware of their own feelings and are self-motivated.