Emotional Strengths Finder

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Emotional strengths are qualities that help you to manage and grow through life’s challenges. For each emotional strength, please select whether that strength is very much like you, a little like you,

or not like you at all (pick one!).

I know when I need help from others.

When I have a problem, I create many possible solutions.

I can tell when I feel stressed. I can tell when I am down.

I can tell when I’m not coping well.

I am usually optimistic. I often worry about the future.

Most days, I feel positive. Most days, I feel energized.

I usually focus on solving problems, rather than feeling down about them or complaining.

I usually feel hopeful about the future. I usually see the positive side of things.

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I have a strong sense of purpose. Very much like me

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I feel in control of my life.

I believe that I can change my actions. I believe that I can change my thoughts.

I believe that I can manage life’s challenges.

I don’t have to have everyone like me in order for me to feel good about myself.

I feel in control of my life. I believe that others and other factors control my life.

I believe that I am in control of my life. I feel comfortable with who I am.

I can tell when I have unhealthy thoughts (thoughts that drag me down, make me feel worse).

I usually feel grateful and thankful.

I feel confident about who I am. I am able to seek help from others when I need it.

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I remain calm and confident under pressure

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I can bounce back from difficult situations

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I am able to reduce my worry when it gets too great.

I manage stress well (before it has a big impact on my life)

I am generally patient. I expect myself to outperform others.

I set standards for myself that most people could not reach.

I exercise self-compassion, being kind to myself when I make mistakes.

I accept myself for who I am. I feel accepted.

I feel loved. I usually feel calm and peaceful.

I believe that my life is having a positive impact.

I could name my three most important values if asked.

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I am able to forgive others.

Please describe other emotional strengths you have. We’d love to hear!

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I have to have things just so in order for my day to go well.

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I am flexible (for example, I don’t mind changing my schedule)

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