How content are you?  

Take this FREE Quiz and find out.   

Circle the answer that best answers the questions below:

1.  What do you admire most about yourself?  If asked, how many positive personal qualities come immediately to mind?
O  4 or more
O  1 to 3
O  Nothing really comes to mind

2.  How would you describe your home?
o   Very “me” - I’ve made it my own!
o   It’s fine.  I keep meaning to redecorate
o   It’s a place to sleep

3.  The past is the past.  How would you describe your success in letting go of old ways of
thinking and of negative thoughts or behaviors that keep you anchored in the past?

o   I live in the present; it’s full steam ahead!
o   I still go “back there” from time to time
o   I can’t let go

4.  Could you imagine planning a trip by yourself and traveling alone to a favorite destination?
o  In a heartbeat!
o Maybe someday
o I can’t imagine that

5.  Does the thought of going alone to Starbucks for a cup of coffee or grabbing a         bite to
eat in a local restaurant feel perfectly comfortable, even enjoyable?
o  I do it all the time
o Occasionally, but I’m not at ease
o I’m just not ready

6.  Are your health and fitness priorities for you?  Do you exercise, get enough sleep, and stay on top of health screenings (e.g., mammograms).
O  Of course
O  I know I should, but I don’t always take care of myself
O  I’m too upset to think about my health

7.  How often do you pamper yourself with a massage, pedicure or special purchase – that to-die-for pair of shoes or purse you’ve been wanting!
O  Whenever I can!
O  Sometimes, but I tend to put others’ needs first
O  I can’t remember the last time I pampered myself

8.  Have you let go of the idea that you need a husband or boyfriend to be happy and have a good life?
O  Absolutely
O  Mostly
O  No.  I need a husband to be content

SCORE CARD

Give yourself:

3 points for each answer in column A

2 points for each answer in column B

1 point for each answer in column C. 

8 points –
Contentment may feel elusive at the moment – beyond your grasp.  But it can be found.  You may benefit from talking with a professional or your pastor.  You might also find additional support and encouragement within this site.  Consider becoming a member.

9-16 points
You experience feelings of contentment, but you know there’s more to be found.  Continue to stretch yourself.  Reach out to others.  And “try on” healthy pursuits outside your comfort zone.  Success and achievement breed contentment.  You might also find inspiration and a needed “jump start” in this online program, workshops, classes and lectures devoted to personal growth and development. Checkout the success stories for inspirational examples, and consider becoming an online member.

16+ points
What you have is precious.  Being content with yourself opens up all kinds of possibilities.  It enables you to feel peace and joy, whether you are alone or with others.  It is an invaluable inner springboard on which you can launch all things imaginable!  Please share your story with others!