Why Can't I Figure This Out?

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Quiz Questions

1.
A - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  My life is chaotic and out of control.
- B.
  I have no time for the things I really want to do.
- C.
  I have interpersonal conflicts in my workplace or at home.
- D.
  My home and/or office environment is cluttered and not conducive to good work.
- E.
  I am the sole provider or caretaker of my immediate and/or extended family.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
2.
B - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I have trouble seeing myself doing anything else with my life.
- B.
  I have prided myself on my position and reputation.
- C.
  I have put years of investment into my current work or life role.
- D.
  I feel my position or role gives me approval and admiration from those around me.
- E.
  I feel that what I do reflects positively on my family and others around me.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
3.
C - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I have a list of fears and reasons why I can’t make a change right now.
- B.
  I perceive negative consequences to making any radical change now.
- C.
  Money fears are a major consideration in my thinking now.
- D.
  I question my ability to do anything else.
- E.
  I worry that my age could get in the way of being able to make a change.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
4.
D - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I feel lost and off-track, but can’t really say specifically what the problem is.
- B.
  I had or have a dream (or dreams) I have yet to fulfill.
- C.
  There are things I used to enjoy and excel at that I don’t get to do now.
- D.
  I have a hobby or volunteer interest that I wonder about making into a career.
- E.
  I have a repeating pattern of failures or mishaps in my work and/or relationships.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
5.
E - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I want to do something more meaningful or feel like life has more meaning for me.
- B.
  People are always telling me I should do or be x,y,z, but I never really feel motivated to move on it.
- C.
  I am not necessarily aware of the impact I have on people and my community.
- D.
  I wish I knew how I and/or my work fit into the grand scheme of things.
- E.
  I often long to know how I can make a difference.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
6.
F - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I have ideas about what I’d like to do, but I’m not sure how to go about them.
- B.
  I am not exactly sure what would make a job or role satisfying for me.
- C.
  I vacillate between a few future possibilities but have yet to decide.
- D.
  I am not sure if I can find something to do that fits my values.
- E.
  I want to be certain before I make a move that it will work out.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
7.
G - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I dread looking at my money situation.
- B.
  I already live beyond my means and wonder how I could ever support a change.
- C.
  I have been financing a lull in work activity.
- D.
  I do not have a money plan for making a transition.
- E.
  I am convinced that any change would mean a step backwards financially.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
8.
H - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I am a realist.
- B.
  I avoid any strategy that is not logical and almost certain of desired outcome.
- C.
  It’s hard to invest in things I cannot see or touch.
- D.
  I tend to need external proof before trusting someone or something.
- E.
  I take on new ideas slowly.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
9.
I - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I tend to do more for the people around me than they do for me.
- B.
  I find it hard to ask for help.
- C.
  I often drop what I am doing when someone else needs my help.
- D.
  I wish I had more of a personal and professional network to tap into.
- E.
  There are people in my life who doubt me or think I am crazy to make a change.
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.
10.
J - Mark each statement that is true for you.
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- A.
  I have no plan for transitioning to something new.
- B.
  I find it hard to manage many projects at once.
- C.
  I tend to make progress on projects in spurts instead of being consistent.
- D.
  I tend to lose interest if I come up against roadblocks when I am executing a plan.
- E.
  I have a lot of ideas that I have done nothing about (projects, jobs, products, arts).
- F.
  None of these answers is true for me.

Quiz Outcomes

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Results
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Take note of which sections you scored 3 or more True’s in. (The chapters below are from Now What? 90 Days to a New Life Direction Revised Edition by Laura Berman Fortgang)Go back to the earliest section where you had 3 or more positives and be ready to tackle it when you arrive at that place in the program. Using the correlated chart below, you will see which chapters will hold the most punch for you in breaking through your blocks to clarity. It is strongly recommended that you do the program in order, but if you feel moved to jump straight into your blocks, do so according to the chapter breakdown below. If you are ever stuck or unclear as you go, back up a chapter or two to make sure you really covered everything. A= Chapter OneWhat You HateGives a Name to What You Want.Getting a hold of your whirlwind life is important to finding what’s next. B= Chapter TwoWith Every Gain, There is a LossRecognizing that you are not what you do and finding the permanent attributes you can use to move forward, are critical to your progress. C= Chapter ThreeMost Limits Are Self-ImposedIdentifying and working through your self-imposed limits and obstacles will pave the way to more possibilities. D= Chapter FourThe Past Hold Clues to the FutureThere are clues in your life story that you may not be recognizing as strong indicators for your future direction. E= Chapter FiveYour Purpose in Life Is Right Under Your NoseA sense of purpose will give great context to your life and help ease you into new and satisfying directions. F= Chapters Six and SevenYour Purpose Needs a Vehicle and Your Criteria For Happiness: Is This Really "It?"Finding a way to bring who you are into what you do is critical to your happiness and satisfaction. These chapters will help you put form and function to your new life. G= Chapter EightThe Bottom Line is the Bottom LineNew awareness of your money life and how it can ease your transition is in order. There is no time like the present to begin. H= Chapter Nine and Ten Life Often Imitates Art and Put Yourself in Opportunity’s Way Giving up old ways of achieving and taking big steps to trust yourself, your instincts and the flow of life, is needed to move you on to new horizons. I= Chapter ElevenYou Don’t Have To Do It AloneThe quality of support from the company you keep is crucial to making your transition to something new. You can train those around you to be better supporters. This chapter will show you how. J= Chapter TwelveFollowing Your Life BlueprintImplementation and execution is just as important as innovation. Putting one foot in front of the other and monitoring all your opportunities is key to moving on.

Why Can't I Figure This Out?

Being unable to see what’s next for you and your life’s direction could be a reflection of many different blocks. Answer the questions on this checklist truthfully to find where the blocks may be for you. Mark those statements that are true for you.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes