Exercise 2

 

Read each statement and circle the response that most reflects your belief.

 

Part I. When my stress level is minimal and manageable:

 

1. I have no doubts about what I want from life and work.

 

Usually

Sometimes

Always

Never

 

2. I _____ most people.

 

Like

Trust

Evaluate

Dislike

         

3. What I usually do with my opinions:

 

Voice them to others

Keep them to myself

 

4. I live up to my promises:

 

Because I want to

Because I need to

If I have to

When I can

 

5. I describe problems as:

 

Opportunities

 

Something to make the best of

Caused by stupid mistakes

Normal way of life

                                                    

6. My goals are:

 

Well chosen

Somewhat realistic

Admirable

Same as always

 

7. On a good day I:

 

Treat people and tasks equally

Concentrate on keeping people happy

Concentrate on getting job the done

Concentrate on getting through the day

                    

 


Read each statement and circle the response that most reflects your belief.

 

Part II. When my stress level is rising:

 

1. I am sincere and considerate of others:

 

Most of the time

Sometimes

Even when they don't deserve it

When I can

 

2. My decisions are made:

 

Easily

Carefully

Quickly

Alone

 

3. Mistakes add to my:

 

Growth

Embarrassment

Frustration

Despair

 

4. When I'm really stressed I am:

 

Hopeful

Careful

Forceful

Depressed

 

5. When I'm really stressed I am:

 

Confident

Still a nice person

As patient as I can be

More unlucky than usual

                            

6. My sense of purpose and direction is:

 

Clear

Weak

Right

Absent

 

7. On a bad day I am:

 

My own best  friend

My own biggest obstacle

 

The only one  I can count on

No good to anybody