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Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

Strengths: Physical Movement, Motor Control

Those who have high bodily-kinesthetic intelligence are said to be good at body movement, performing actions and physical control. People who are strong in this area tend to have excellent hand-eye

coordination and dexterity.

Characteristics of Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

  • Good at dancing and sports
  • Enjoy creating things with their hands
  • Excellent physical coordination
  • Tends to remember by doing, rather than hearing or seeing

Potential Career Choices

  • Dancer
  • Builder
  • Sculptor
  • Actor

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