Paradoxically, the very moments when charisma becomes most attractive are often the moments when its risks are greatest.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) takes pictures with supporters on a March 10 visit to Des Moines. (Rachel Mummey for The Washington Post) Liberals are horrified by Ron DeSantis, both in terms of what he ...

Since there are quite a few misconceptions about sociopathy, one being that it can be mistaken for charisma, it's always a good idea to be able to tell the difference between genuine friendliness —and ...

The Webster Dictionary defines charisma as “compelling attractiveness” or “charm that can inspire devotion in others or a divinely conferred power or talent.” Its derivation is the Greek word charis, ...

Think of someone—a famous politician or a childhood friend—who is charismatic. Someone who lights up rooms and hearts with their mere presence. What is behind their allure? Their looks? The way they ...

That’s because charismatic leaders have learned how to influence and impact their surroundings. They use charisma to help bring about change, devotion, and loyalty. They’ve learned to use charisma ...

But let’s not mistake it for calling. Charisma has fallen on hard times in the church. Or at least some of us have become suspicious of it. The cracks have been showing for a while. Nine years ago, ...

I recently spoke to Olivia Fox Cabane about her new book, The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism. Olivia has lectured at Stanford, Yale, Harvard, MIT, and ...