For each of the following questions, 1-30, choose the word or answer that best describes how you behaved as a child. Try not to focus on how you wish you were, or how you'd like to be. Remember, your first impression is usually the best.

TIP: Hover over the words to see the definition.

1. • proactive
   • nurturing
   • objective
   • insightful
2. • indecisive
   • arrogant
   • a perfectionist
   • poor follow-through
3. • enthusiastic
   • kind
   • caring
   • productive
4. • relentless
   • suspicious
   • indifferent
   • naïve
5. • peaceful
   • carefree
   • decisive
   • loyal
6. • silently stubborn
   • worry prone
   • an interrupter
   • obsessive
7. • sociable
   • assertive
   • intimate
   • non-discriminate
8. • self-critical
   • bossy
   • unfocused
   • avoids conflict
9. • voice of reason
   • flexible
   • action-oriented
   • analytical
10. • critical of others
    • disinterested
    • overly sensitive
    • irresponsible
11. • determined
    • thoughtful
    • a good listener
    • positive
12. • unmotivated
    • vain
    • demanding
    • unforgiving
13. • happy
    • compassionate
    • inventive
    • responsible
14. • impulsive
    • impatient
    • moody
    • indirect communicator
15. • a leader
    • patient
    • fun-loving
    • respectful
16. • jealous
    • reluctant
    • argumentative
    • obnoxious
17. • even-tempered
    • inclusive
    • dependable
    • focused
18. • overly aggressive
    • low self-esteem
    • ambivalent
    • inconsistent
19. • deliberate
    • powerful
    • balanced
    • persuasive
20. • undisciplined
    • timid
    • insensitive
    • judgmental
21. • creative thinker
    • clear perspective
    • detail conscious
    • visionary
22. • always right
    • uncommitted
    • uninvolved
    • guilt prone
23. • accepting
    • spontaneous
    • pragmatic
    • well-mannered
24. • disorganized
    • selfish
    • emotionally intense
    • detached
25. • motivated
    • sincere
    • diplomatic
    • engaging of others
26. • forgetful
    • boring
    • hard to please
    • tactless
27. • articulate
    • quality-oriented
    • centered
    • forgiving
28. • self-centered
    • calculating
    • self-righteous
    • unexpressive
29. • self-regulated
    • charismatic
    • confident
    • intuitive
30. • unrealistic expectations
    • unproductive
    • afraid to face facts
    • intimidating
31. As a child, when my friend was in trouble, I was:
    • Concerned, empathetic, and loyal - regardless of the problem
    • Supportive, patient, and a good listener
    • Nonjudgmental, optimistic, and downplaying of the seriousness of the situation
    • Protective, resourceful, and recommending of solutions
32. In my youth, I was most often criticized for being:
    • Directionless, unenthusiastic, and/or boring
    • Overly sensitive, moody, and/or jealous
    • Disruptive, uncommitted, and/or disorganized
    • Argumentative, bossy, and/or tactless
33. In my youth, life was most meaningful when it:
    • Was filled with accomplishment, leadership opportunities, and recognition
    • Was free of pressure, conflict, and unnecessary stress
    • Was filled with meaningful friends and purpose
    • Allowed me to be playful, optimistic, and carefree
34. When I was embarrassed as a child, my natural reaction was to:
    • Distance myself and downplay the situation to others while silently feeling the pain
    • Fight back with facts and anger
    • Become quiet, withdrawn, and often hold anger in until I blew up over some minor issue later
    • Feel strong negative emotion, hurt (perhaps cry); and plan to get even
35. Doing my chores was:
    • A healthy activity, which was to be done right if it was to be done at all. Family life requires cooperation and team play
    • Something I was known for being efficient at, especially when tied to earning my allowance
    • A necessary requirement (if you say so), so that I could go out and play
    • Something I was willing to do but required reminding and structure for me to finish
36. In an argument with a parent, I was typically:
    • Disrespectful of authority and verbally manipulative
    • Verbally attacking and unyielding
    • Emotionally distraught and hung up over fairness
    • Silently stubborn, uncomfortable, and/or confused about how to respond
37. When interacting with others as a child, I was most concerned with being:
    • Praised, having fun, and feeling free
    • Allowed space, treated with kindness, and being left alone
    • Right, approved of, and respected
    • Understood, appreciated, and cared for
38. When making decisions with a group of my friends I was typically:
    • Impulsive, unfocused, and interruptive
    • Indecisive, timid, and reluctant to offer input
    • Selfish, impatient, and demanding of my way
    • Suspicious, worry-prone, and unrealistic with my expectations of others behavior
39. In social situations, I was most often:
    • Followed by others because I was assertive and on task
    • Admired by others because I was caring and quality based
    • Protected by others because I was gentle and kind
    • Envied by others because I was happy and carefree
40. When I failed as a child, I felt:
    • Silently self-critical, yet verbally stubborn and defensive
    • Unsettled and fearful, but I kept it to myself
    • Embarrassed and nervous - seeking to escape the situation
    • Guilty, self-critical, and vulnerable to depression. I would dwell on it
41. To feel alive and positive in my youth, I sought:
    • Adventure, leadership, and lots of action
    • Excitement, playful productivity, and the company of others
    • Security, creativity, and purpose
    • Acceptance, safety, and moving at my own pace
42. If a friend crossed me:
    • I would act as if nothing happened, disengage from the relationship, and seek other friends
    • I would feel deeply hurt and find it almost impossible to forgive completely
    • I would feel hurt, hold my feelings inside, and avoid interacting with that individual
    • I would express my anger and demand an apology
43. As a child, I was:
    • Quiet, easy-going, and/or lazy
    • Well-behaved, caring, and/or depressed
    • Happy, playful, and/or obnoxious
    • Confident, determined, and/or outwardly demanding
44. I was most likely known for being:
    • Opinionated, determined, and/or bossy
    • Compassionate, honest, and/or unforgiving
    • Kind, pleasant, and/or unmotivated
    • Charismatic, positive, and/or undisciplined
45. As a young person, I generally was seen as:
    • Contented, a voice of reason, and/or often overwhelmed
    • Playful, enthusiastic, and/or irresponsible
    • Proactive, action-oriented, and/or quick-tempered
    • Concerned about others, sensitive, and/or hard to please

1. First name:
2. Last name:
3. Gender:
   • Male
   • Female
4. Age group:
   • 13-17
   • 18-29
   • 30-49
   • 50+
5. Zip code: U.S. Residents Only

If you want you can create an account so that you can come back and see your results again later.

1. Username:
2. Email address:
3. Email (again, to catch typos):
4. Password:
5. Password (again, to catch typos):

Terms of Service: I agree to the terms of service.