AncestryDNA® Traits Learning Hub

Whether they're physical traits you can see or hidden traits you can’t, your DNA holds even more information than you imagined.
Doing Things Alone
If you want to catch a film at the movie theater, do you seek a friend to go with you, or do you embrace the solo time? The idea of doing things alone—like traveling, dining, or attending an event—fills some people with trepidation, yet it’s no big deal for others.
Does being tickled make you laugh or do you not react at all? Genetics may play a part is whether you're more or less ticklish. Learn more with AncestryDNA.
Learn more about Ticklishness
Are you happy with where you're at in life, or do you typically strive for the next level? People with grit have the tenacity to work hard and relentlessly pursue their goals, which is necessary for those with the desire to succeed.
Learn more about Desire to Succeed
When things start to get tough, do you keep going or do you give up? Those who strive to achieve success for themselves, rather than for some external reason—like a reward—tend to perform better.
Learn more about Determination
Your self-confidence influences a lot about how you care for and present yourself, as well as how others perceive you. It allows you to reflect upon your strengths and weaknesses while maintaining a positive self-image.
Learn more about Self-Confidence
Getting Started with AncestryDNA® Traits
Learn how DNA can give you new details about your family history or even help you connect to your past in a deeper way.
Ancestry® Family History Learning Hub
Learn how to find generations of your family and their stories on Ancestry®.
Curious but not sure where to start? Find insights, inspiration, and inroads to help you make your own discoveries.