Most of us think we are pretty self-confident, yet we often wonder why we aren't getting more out of life, why we aren't happier. What stops us from taking risks? What keeps us stuck in dead end jobs, or unhappy relationships? Could we possibly be less confident than we think? Take this quiz and find out!
1. Do you feel uncomfortable being around other people?
2. Do you worry that others are criticizing or judging you?
3. Do you find it intimidating to speak up and assert yourself?
4. Do you get very nervous when being evaluated at work?
5. Do you panic when you have to speak in public?
6. Do you find it stressful to use a public bathroom?
7. Do you worry when inviting a friend over for a social outing?
8. Do you avoid social situations because you don't feel comfortable being
with other people?
9. Do you feel alone, even when surrounded by friends?
10 Do you suffer with sweaty palms, fear of going crazy, losing control,
irritability, inability to concentrate, difficulty falling asleep?
11 Do you often worry about the "what ifs" of many situations?
12 Do you wonder if you will ever stop worrying?
13 Do people tell you to "chill out" and that you worry too much?
14.Do you feel people will judge you if you aren't perfect?
15 Do you find yourself going over things over and over again?
16. Do you worry about getting every disease you hear about on the radio or
tv?
17. Do you find it hard to make decisions and keep on second-guessing
yourself?
18. Do you think other people's opinions are better than your own?
19. Are you afraid to be happy, because that might somehow jinx you?
20. Is it difficulty for you to fully enjoy the moment, without looking for all
the possible negatives in the situation?
If you have scored "yes" to 6 or more of these questions, you may have some issues with anxiety or a lack of self-confidence. The good news is that anxiety is a negative habit we form early in our childhood, and it can be changed. What you need to ask yourself is, are you ready to make some changes?
Did you find this quiz informative? Did your answers surprise you? Please let me know what you think?
