A Life Without Examination Is Not Worth Living
I have spent most of my career trying to help people decrease stress, reduce anxiety and increase their happiness in everyday life. This is what I do every day. This is my goal.
So today I thought I would actually test myself to see if in fact I have less stress, less anxiety, and more happiness than those whom I am trying to help.
I examined several anxiety rating scales and put together a test which I am going to take myself. I invite you to do this test with me in an effort to rate your own level of anxiety and see if you can increase the amount of happiness you get from your everyday life.
Here is the test.
On a scale of 1 to 10 where 1 is low and 10 is high, rate the degree to which you agree with each of these 20 statements as it applies to your life.
1. I feel positive about my life
2. I have a clear sense of direction. I know where I am headed.
3. I believe in myself and my mission to do something significant in the world
4. I have a great amount of self confidence
5. I feel afraid of nothing
6. I never panic and I don’t get upset easily
7. I feel strong, well rested, and I don’t tire easily
8. I feel calm and peaceful and can sit at ease without any anxiety
9. I never have palpitations or feel my heart beating abnormally
10. I never get dizzy spells
11. My arms and hands are usually dry warm and relaxed
12. I fall asleep easily and get at least 7 hours of good sleep a night
13. I do not get stomach aches or indigestion
14. I am never bothered by neck or back pain
15. I never feel anxious or afraid for any reason
16. I never suffer from numbness and tingling
17. I feel I am in control of my life
18. I feel I can handle whatever life throws at me
19. I don’t worry
20. I love the people I associate with
After doing the test , look at the questions on which your scored less than 6 and write down what you are going to do to improve.
I really wish you a happy life.