Free Quiz: Is Perfectionism Driving Your Stress, Procrastination, and Overwork?

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Quiz Questions

1.
When starting a new project, I...
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- A.
  Dive in even if I’m unsure how it’ll turn out.
- B.
  Feel a little anxious but get started anyway.
- C.
  Delay until I feel more confident or prepared.
- D.
  Avoid starting unless I know I can do it really well.
2.
When I make a mistake, I...
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- A.
  Accept it and move on.
- B.
  Feel frustrated but try to learn from it.
- C.
  Dwell on it and replay it in my mind.
- D.
  Feel ashamed and try to hide it.
3.
How do you feel about delegating tasks to others?
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- A.
  Comfortable—I trust people to figure it out.
- B.
  Sometimes hesitant, but I know it's necessary.
- C.
  I prefer to do things myself to make sure they’re right.
- D.
  I rarely delegate—I worry others will mess it up.
4.
I finish tasks...
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- A.
  As soon as it's good enough and meets the minimum criteria.
- B.
  After a bit of tweaking—I like it to look good.
- C.
  After obsessing over every detail.
- D.
  Often late, because I can’t stop revising them.
5.
I take on responsibilities because...
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- A.
  I truly want to.
- B.
  I’m happy to help, even if it’s extra work.
- C.
  I feel guilty if I say no.
- D.
  I feel like everything depends on me.
6.
Feedback makes me feel...
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- A.
  Curious—it’s a chance to grow.
- B.
  A little uncomfortable, but I can hear it.
- C.
  Defensive—I take it personally.
- D.
  Anxious or crushed—I fear being exposed.
7.
I think of rest as...
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- A.
  Necessary and important.
- B.
  Okay once everything is done.
- C.
  A reward I have to earn.
- D.
  Indulgent or irresponsible.
8.
When facing a challenge, I usually...
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- A.
  Take it as a chance to learn or grow.
- B.
  Feel nervous but push through.
- C.
  Doubt myself and hesitate.
- D.
  Avoid it—I’m afraid of failing.
9.
I believe my worth comes from...
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- A.
  Who I am, not what I do.
- B.
  A mix of being and doing.
- C.
  How well I perform.
- D.
  Being flawless and productive.
10.
When I complete something...
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- A.
  I celebrate it.
- B.
  I feel satisfied—at least for a bit.
- C.
  I immediately think of what could’ve been better.
- D.
  I downplay it—it still wasn’t “good enough.”

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Resilient Realist
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You likely have high standards, but they don’t rule you. You’re grounded in your values and can take action without being paralyzed by perfectionism. Stay aware of subtle pressures and keep protecting your peace.
2.
Quiet Striver
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You may not think of yourself as a perfectionist, but perfectionism could be hiding in your overcommitment, hesitation, or guilt. With a few shifts, you can reclaim energy and freedom.
3.
High-Achieving Overthinker
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Your standards are high, and they may be silently running the show. You likely struggle with burnout, procrastination, or self-criticism. There’s nothing wrong with your ambition, but you deserve ease, too.
4.
Hidden Perfectionist
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Perfectionism is likely a strong force in your life, shaping your choices, emotions, and self-worth. You’re not alone. You don’t have to keep carrying this pressure. Compassionate change is possible.