Four types of thinker have been identified. Which one are you?
In the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships. Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianView image in fullscreenIn the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships. Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianConsciousnessFour types of thinker have been identified.
- ▪In the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships.
- ▪Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianView image in fullscreenIn the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships.
- ▪Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianConsciousnessFour types of thinker have been identified.
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In the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships. Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianView image in fullscreenIn the study, about 10% of thoughts centred on hobbies, games, play and art, with a similar amount focused on relationships. Illustration: Michael Parkin/The GuardianConsciousnessFour types of thinker have been identified. Which one are you?Investigation finds evidence of distinct groups, from big-picture thinkers to those who sweat the small stuffIan Sample Science editorSat 25 Jul 2026 02.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleJump toThe four types of thinkersThe worriersThe domesticsThe bodily thinkersThe work-hard, play-hardsAn investigation into what people think about has put the spotlight on…
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