Do childhood experiences determine our adult personalities?

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Question: Do childhood experiences determine our adult personalities?
Position‹2 of 2: No, childhood experiences don’t shape our personalities

Genes influence the personality you are born with. This can include your temperament, which helps to determine how you react to situations and how easy-going you are. Genetics, of course, also determines how someone looks. As humans, we all make judgements and our actions follow those judgements.

Supporting arguments · 2

Experiences don’t shape our personalities, our bodies do
There is a concept known as facultative personality calibration (FPC). This is the idea that our personalities develop in a way that best suits the other genetic cards we’ve been dealt, including our size, strength, and attractiveness.
There is a “core” in all of us
Many people believe there is a core “you” and as you explore life, you acquire memories, beliefs, and experiences. These memories, experiences, and beliefs are a part of who you are, but just a part; the core “you” is eternal.