Are You an Adult Child?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Do you constantly seek approval but struggle to accept a compliment?
- A.
  Compliments make me uncomfortable, but approval? I chase it like rent’s due
- B.
  Depends on the person… and the compliment
- C.
  Nope - not me
2.
Do you take on others’ responsibilities at the expense of your own well-being?
- A.
  Yes, it’s like I don’t know how not to overfunction
- B.
  Old habit, but I’m catching it more now
- C.
  Nope - not me
3.
Do you fear authority figures or angry people—or avoid conflict at all costs?
- A.
  Whether it’s raised voices or just tension in the room, I shut down or disappear
- B.
  Depends on who it is and how safe I feel speaking up
- C.
  Nope – not me
4.
Do you keep ending up in unhealthy relationships despite your best efforts - whether in romance, friendship or at work?
- A.
  Yes - different people, same patterns
- B.
  I've definitely found myself in a few toxic relationships
- C.
  Nope - not me
5.
Do you view any form of criticism as a personal attack, even when it’s constructive?
- A.
  Even the kindest feedback can feel like a gut punch
- B.
  If I’m tired or stressed, yeah—it stings
- C.
  Nope - not me
6.
Do you feel guilty for standing up for yourself or have a hard time saying no?
- A.
  I’ll say yes and instantly regret it—classic
- B.
  I’m getting better, but guilt still creeps in
- C.
  Nope - not me
7.
Are you your own worst critic, constantly judging yourself and battling low self-worth?
- A.
  The inner critic has been loud for years!
- B.
  Some days are better than others
- C.
  Nope - not me
8.
Do you have a deep fear of abandonment that keeps you stuck in unhealthy relationships?
- A.
  Even when I know it’s not good, leaving feels terrifying
- B.
  It’s a fear I’ve felt, but I’m working through it
- C.
  Nope - not me
9.
Do you often feel taken advantage of, or stay loyal to people who don’t deserve it?
- A.
  I tend to give too much—even when it costs me
- B.
  I’m starting to notice when it’s happening
- C.
  Nope - not me
10.
Do your emotional reactions sometimes feel way bigger than the situation calls for?
- A.
  Yes - it’s like my body reacts before I can think
- B.
  Occasionally—it catches me off guard
- C.
  Nope - not me
11.
Do you have difficulty identifying or expressing your emotions?
- A.
  Naming my feelings feels like taking a test I didn’t study for
- B.
  I get there eventually—it just takes a minute
- C.
  Nope – not me
12.
Are you drawn to chaos—like procrastination, drama, or clutter—that keeps life feeling “exciting” in the worst way?
- A.
  Calm feels weird. Chaos is what I know
- B.
  Sorta - it shows up in subtle ways
- C.
  Nope - not me
13.
Do you look outside of yourself for love and security?
- A.
  Yes, doesn't everyone?
- B.
  Not all the time, but when I'm feeling down I do.
- C.
  Nope - not me
14.
Do you take yourself too seriously, finding it hard to relax or just have fun?
- A.
  Letting go and having fun feels unnatural—like I always need to be ‘on
- B.
  I can, but it takes effort
- C.
  Nope - not me
15.
Do you feel like everyone else got the manual for being an adult… and you missed that day in class?
- A.
  Yes—it feels like I’m winging adulthood without instructions
- B.
  I’m figuring it out—slowly
- C.
  Nope - not me

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Result 1
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Oh, so you're one of those... someone who grew up in a functional and healthy family (lucky you)! Or maybe you did grow up in a dysfunctional family - but you've already done the work to heal from it (kudos to you!). However - if you like podcasts & are interested in personal & spiritual growth growth - you should check Adult Child (at a bare minimum, I promise you will laugh and be entertained!
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Result 2
3.
It’s Highly Likely You’re an Adult Child