“…Values favored by informational-oriented individuals include universalism, benevolence, and openness (Berzonsky et al, 2011) manifesting in greater exploration and openness to new experiences (Berzsonsky & Sullivan, 1992;Lile, 2013Lile, , 2015Seaton & Beaumont, 2008). The use of an informational style is associated with higher emotional intelligence (Seaton & Beaumont, 2008, 2011b, self-actualization and selftranscendence (Beaumont, 2009), and personal wisdom (Beaumont, 2011). Specific areas of personal wisdom related to the informational style include cognitive, affective, and reflective wisdom, mindfulness, savoring beliefs, introspection, and an awareness of internal states (Beaumont, 2011;Berzonsky & Sullivan, 1992;Berzonsky & Luyckx, 2008).…”