Suggestions for things that can act as protective factors, and determine the impact a worldview/outlook on life that newness can have on life and personality: Protective factors Humor Perseverance Compassion, empathy Open to the unconscious Tolerate the paradoxical, the imperfect Endure uncertainty, uncertainty Symbolic ability to appreciate the imperfect Tolerate the imperfect Healthy aggressiveness Recognize the need for closeness, Coherence between ideals and real ability Coherence not only between the different elements of worldview, but also taking into account the balance between ideals and their real needs and their real capacities. Being able to disconnect, valve No hurry Open to mystery Being able to play Mature, flexible defenses Being able to grieve, regret Being able to feel guilty