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Learning best from a mentor - One of the key habits of youngest children is that they learn best by being mentored. Most of the time, youngest children prefer to study with someone else more knowledgeable than themselves.

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In general, this is not so much about the amount of attention they received from their parents. Rather, it is about being used to always having older, more experienced people available to consult during the learning process.

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Mentor-based learning - In adulthood, this translates into a preference for mentor-based learning, whether that be in the context of school or the workplace.

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Creative instincts -

Another habit that many youngest children carry with them into adulthood is being creative. Often, youngest siblings find it easier to lean into their creative instincts.

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Creative jobs -

According to one study from CareerBuilder, youngest children are more likely to be attracted to creative jobs. This may be traced back to the child wanting to distinguish themselves from their older siblings.

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Standing out - Indeed, some youngest children report feeling a need to stand out in their family. This can lead to feeling attracted to pursuits that can be considered more outside the box.

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Breaking rules -

Another common trait of youngest children is that they love to break rules. Often, this is due to their parents being less overbearing with them in comparison to their older siblings.

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Pushing boundaries -

In childhood, this trait can cause youngest siblings to push boundaries and refuse to behave like their older siblings, who they may consider boring and unoriginal.

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Unconventional -

Fast-forward to adulthood, and this rebellious streak can result in a person who has an unconventional lifestyle.

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Preferring the company of older people -

Another common characteristic of adults who were the youngest child is that they prefer to be in the company of people who are older.

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Resenting siblings -

Although youngest children may resent their older siblings for various reasons, that doesn't mean that they don't greatly admire and respect them.

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Attachment style -

Studies have shown that having an older sibling can greatly influence a person's attachment style. Youngest siblings often feel most comfortable with people older than themselves.

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Extroverts -

It is not uncommon for youngest children to have fantastic communication skills. On the one hand, they tend to be more extroverted than their siblings.

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Exploring their individuality - On the other hand, youngest children tend to have more opportunity and freedom to explore their individuality, which is great for building confidence.

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Charming - As a result, many youngest children grow up to become adults who are very charming, can talk to anyone, and are great at influencing those around them.

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Craving attention -

Youngest children are often the center of attention in their families. At the same time that their parents are doting on them, their older siblings are also looking out for them.

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Center of attention -

Being used to being the center of attention often gives rise to an adult who doesn't mind taking the stage or volunteering to give a presentation.

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Constant attention -

On the other hand, youngest children often grow up expecting constant attention from those around them, which can cause problems in relationships.

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Needing help with basic life skills -

Another telltale sign of an adult who grew up with older siblings is that they need help with mastering basic life skills.

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Less exposure -

It's due to them often being used to having older people around who do things for them. Therefore, they may have less exposure to normal, everyday tasks.

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Rescuing -

Parents often feel the need to rescue their youngest children from situations they've got themselves into, but usually that does more harm than good.

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Joking around - People who grew up with older siblings generally tend to joke around more. They tend not to take themselves, or life, too seriously.

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Less pressure -

Often this is a result of being subject to less pressure than their older siblings. Indeed, oldest siblings tend to feel a huge sense of responsibility.

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Relaxed attitude - Combine their great communication skills with their relaxed attitude to life, and it is hardly surprising that youngest children are often considered to be the funniest in their family.

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Craving adventure -

Another habit that many youngest children carry with them well into adulthood is their burning desire for adventure.

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Taking risks -

As we have already seen, youngest children are often much more prepared than their older siblings to take risks and push boundaries. This can become evident in early childhood.

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Adventurous spirit -

In adulthood, this often translates into a fun-loving, adventurous person who is the first to suggest going skydiving or traveling around the world.

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Exaggerating -

The final telltale sign of an adult who grew up the youngest sibling is their tendency to exaggerate. They don't do storytelling in half measures!

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Engaging -

Combine their excellent communication skills, great sense of humor, and chronic need for attention, and you have a recipe for some very engaging, albeit sometimes dishonest, storytelling.

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Manipulation -

Sometimes this penchant for dishonestly can become harmful, as youngest siblings may use their deft communication skills to manipulate people and situations.

Sources: (YourTango)

See also: A parent's guide to raising emotionally intelligent children

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