What’s Your SuperSense?

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Quiz Questions

1.
When you're feeling stressed, do you enjoy most?
- A.
  The smell of my favorite aftershave or hand cream.
- B.
  The taste of my favorite tea.
- C.
  The sight of a gorgeous sunset.
- D.
  The tunes of my favorite musician.
- E.
  The feel of my favorite pajamas.
2.
What bugs you the most?
- A.
  Loud construction noises right outside my office or home.
- B.
  Someone leaves a mess of clutter all over my workspace.
- C.
  Someone accidentally burns food and the smell is terrible.
- D.
  The jacket I'm wearing is itchy and the tag is poking the back of my neck.
- E.
  I have a terrible taste in my mouth and don't have my toothbrush with me.
3.
What movie character describes you best?
- A.
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  Jack from "Titanic"
- B.
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  Danny from "Ocean's 11"
- C.
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  Annie from "Sleepless in Seattle"
- D.
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  Ridley from "Alien
- E.
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  Tony Stark from "Ironman"
- F.
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  Cher from "Clueless"
4.
What do you remember most fondly about your childhood home?
- A.
  The cozy feeling of my childhood bedroom.
- B.
  The view outside on a gorgeous day.
- C.
  The smell of the plants and flowers in my yard.
- D.
  Listening to my favorite band.
- E.
  The delicious taste of my mom's cooking.
5.
What's your biggest turn-off?
- A.
  Bad breath.
- B.
  A really high-pitched voice.
- C.
  Bad outfit.
- D.
  Rough lips.
- E.
  Bad wine.
6.
You’re in the magazine section of your local bookstore. Which titles grab your attention?
- A.
  Architectural Digest and Decor
- B.
  Food & Wine and Bon Appetit
- C.
  Rolling Stone and Variety
- D.
  Better Homes and Gardens and Good Housekeeping
- E.
  Vogue and Marie Claire
7.
What helps you start the day in a calm, clear way?
- A.
  Making my bed and putting all the pillows back in place.
- B.
  Drinking my special brand of coffee with my favorite creamer.
- C.
  Taking a moment to enjoy the scents of my morning creams and hair products.
- D.
  Listening to my favorite podcast or audiobook.
- E.
  Wearing my most comfortable outfit.
8.
What bothers you the most?
- A.
  Going to bed without showering.
- B.
  Going to bed after the kids have been loud and yelling at each other.
- C.
  Going to bed with dirty dishes still in the kitchen.
- D.
  Going to bed in scratchy sheets.
- E.
  Going to bed with the taste of garlic lingering from dinner.
9.
Which song could be your personal anthem?
- A.
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  “The Lazy Song” by Bruno Mars. “Today I don’t want to do anything.”
- B.
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  "Born This Way" by Lady Gaga
- C.
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  “I Got Friends in Low Places” by Garth Brooks
- D.
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  "Family Affair" by Mary J. Blige
- E.
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  “In Da Club" by 50 Cent
- F.
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  "Whenever, Wherever" by Shakira
10.
Last Question... If you had two hours to do ANYTHING today, what would you do?
- A.
  Lay on a blanket in the sun and feel the warmth on my skin.
- B.
  Sit in a quiet house alone and take a hot bath.
- C.
  Enjoy a three-course meal made by the most incredible chef.
- D.
  Light my scented candles and read my favorite book.
- E.
  Look through old photo albums. Then, watch the sunset.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You're a SuperSmeller!
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Do you literally stop and smell the roses? Do you often recognize loved ones by how they smell? Are you more sensitive to scents than most people you know? If so, chances are... you're a SuperSmeller!Most of us have five functioning senses that receive input from the outside world. However, these senses aren’t weighted equally. We don’t necessarily pay the same amount of attention to what we see as what we smell or taste. Everyone is different. Many of us have one sense, a SuperSense, that dominates our perceptual field. Here's the fun part...Once you know your SuperSense, you can use it to your advantage. You can choose a self-care strategy that’s particularly powerful for you because it’s based on your SuperSense. SuperSense strategies can both calm your nervous system and boost your energy levels when needed.Here’s how it works: When you want to reduce your feelings of frustration or overwhelm, you’re going to minimize the input to your SuperSense. When you want to improve your mood and boost your energy level, you’re going to selectively amplify the input to your SuperSense.When you want a boost, do this:Order a few of your favorite essential oil scents to keep beside your bed, in the kitchen, in the car and in your workspace.Use candles or creams with your favorite scent to help elicit a calming sensation for your nervous system.Close your eyes and take three slow deep breaths when you find a smell you love - like your morning coffee, the sweet scent of a pastry or the flowers blooming outside. (Yes, literally stop and smell the flowers.)When you’re flustered, do this:Keep the windows open or fans on in your home (and the bathroom door closed).Take a shower and really tune in to the sensory experience.Clean the stove often to minimize the chances of burning something unwanted and creating nasty smells.Teach the kids how to wash their own laundry as young as possible.“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."― Maya Angelou
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You're a SuperTaster!
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Do you close your eyes when you bite into your favorite dessert? Do you taste spices in foods that no one else seems to notice? Are you more sensitive to certain tastes than most people you know? If so, chances are... you're a SuperTaster!Most of us have five functioning senses that receive input from the outside world. However, these senses aren’t weighted equally. We don’t necessarily pay the same amount of attention to what we see as what we smell or taste. Everyone is different. Many of us have one sense, a SuperSense, that dominates our perceptual field. Here's the fun part...Once you know your SuperSense, you can use it to your advantage. You can choose a self-care strategy that’s particularly powerful for you because it’s based on your SuperSense. SuperSense strategies can both calm your nervous system and boost your energy levels when needed.Here’s how it works: When you want to reduce your feelings of frustration or overwhelm, you’re going to minimize the input to your SuperSense. When you want to improve your mood and boost your energy level, you’re going to selectively amplify the input to your SuperSense.When you want a boost, do this:Have your favorite teas or coffee creamers on hand.Every week, plan to make, order in or go out for a particularly delicious meal.Keep your go-to flavor (garlic, Himalayan salt, turmeric, etc.) in the kitchen to add an extra kick to meals and snacks.When you’re flustered, do this:Keep packets of your favorite flavor gum or mints nearby at all times.Brush your teeth or use mouthwash throughout your day, particularly after meals and snacks.Drink lots of water.“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."― Maya Angelou
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You're a Visual SuperSenser!
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Do you recognize faces easily? Do you notice far more details in your environment than most people you know? Are you more sensitive to clutter and mess at work and at home? If so, chances are... you're a Visual SuperSensor!Most of us have five functioning senses that receive input from the outside world. However, these senses aren’t weighted equally. We don’t necessarily pay the same amount of attention to what we see as what we smell or taste. Everyone is different. Many of us have one sense, a SuperSense, that dominates our perceptual field. Here's the fun part...Once you know your SuperSense, you can use it to your advantage. You can choose a self-care strategy that’s particularly powerful for you because it’s based on your SuperSense. SuperSense strategies can both calm your nervous system and boost your energy levels when needed.Here’s how it works: When you want to reduce your feelings of frustration or overwhelm, you’re going to minimize the input to your SuperSense. When you want to improve your mood and boost your energy level, you’re going to selectively amplify the input to your SuperSense.When you want a boost, do this:Step outside and look up at the trees and sky (any nature around you).Google image search your favorite tourist destination and peruse the photos.Look through old photo albums or “moments” on your Facebook page.Spend a few minutes watching waves, a running stream or ripples on a lake if you live near any bodies of water.Look through architecture or home magazines you find beautiful.When you’re flustered, do this:Cover the laundry pile with a neutral-colored blanket.Take any pile of papers that have been sitting out for more than two weeks and put them in a drawer or a box out of sight.Choose one counter or table in your home and spend ten minutes clearing it and wiping it clean every morning.Make your bed.Temporarily remove colorful pillows, artwork and knickknacks from view.“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."― Maya Angelou
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You're an Auditory SuperSenser!
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Do you have playlists for everything? Do you avoid certain shops or restaurants because of the noise? Does it drive you nuts when people make slurping sounds when they eat? Do you feel deeply moved by singing or chanting? If so, chances are... you're an Auditory SuperSensor!Most of us have five functioning senses that receive input from the outside world. However, these senses aren’t weighted equally. We don’t necessarily pay the same amount of attention to what we see as what we smell or taste. Everyone is different. Many of us have one sense, a SuperSense, that dominates our perceptual field. Here's the fun part...Once you know your SuperSense, you can use it to your advantage. You can choose a self-care strategy that’s particularly powerful for you because it’s based on your SuperSense. SuperSense strategies can both calm your nervous system and boost your energy levels when needed.Here’s how it works: When you want to reduce your feelings of frustration or overwhelm, you’re going to minimize the input to your SuperSense. When you want to improve your mood and boost your energy level, you’re going to selectively amplify the input to your SuperSense.When you want a boost, do this:Create or borrow two playlists; one for when you want to calm down and relax your nervous system, and another for when you want to amp up and energize your nervous system.Listen to music you loved between the ages of 14-24.Call a friend whose voice always engages and soothes you.When you’re flustered, do this:Use ear plugs or headphones in your workspace, bedroom and kitchen (or wherever unwelcome noises are most likely to occur).Use the white noise app on your phone to drown out loud or sudden noises.Try zero-tech options like Calm Audio Flares to reduce certain frequencies.“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."― Maya Angelou
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You're a Tactile SuperSenser!
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Do you have a favorite blanket or brand of sheets you cannot sleep without? Do you pay close attention to the fabrics and materials you wear? Do you notice textures that nobody around you seems to care about? If so, chances are... you're a Tactile SuperSensor!Most of us have five functioning senses that receive input from the outside world. However, these senses aren’t weighted equally. We don’t necessarily pay the same amount of attention to what we see as what we smell or taste. Everyone is different. Many of us have one sense, a SuperSense, that dominates our perceptual field. Here's the fun part...Once you know your SuperSense, you can use it to your advantage. You can choose a self-care strategy that’s particularly powerful for you because it’s based on your SuperSense. SuperSense strategies can both calm your nervous system and boost your energy levels when needed.Here’s how it works: When you want to reduce your feelings of frustration or overwhelm, you’re going to minimize the input to your SuperSense. When you want to improve your mood and boost your energy level, you’re going to selectively amplify the input to your SuperSense.When you want a boost, do this:Find a favorite sweater or scarf and lay it over your office chair.Spend ten minutes petting your cat or dog (or borrow a neighbor’s pet).Find a tactile talisman like a smooth stone or small furry stuffed animal to rub or hold between your fingers throughout the day.When you’re flustered, do this:Cut the tags off your clothes.Wear 100% cotton (for any clothing that touches your skin).Wash your sheets more frequently to get out any sand or crumbs (I’m not the only one with sand and crumbs in my bed, am I?)Notice your sensitivity to temperature fluctuations and keep layers nearby so that you’re comfortable.“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."― Maya Angelou

What’s Your SuperSense?

Uncover your SuperSense and learn how to reduce stress and anxiety!

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes