** *Life Satisfaction Quiz - By Thelma Mariano * * To determine your degree of life satisfaction, answer True or False to the following.
1. I enjoy getting out of bed most mornings, as I look forward to starting the day. * *2. I see the problems in my life as challenges which I can learn from. * *3. I am usually able to focus on what I am doing and feel energetic. * *4. I experience a high level of satisfaction in my work. * *5. I have a sense of meaning and purpose in my life. * *6. I do not dwell on my past or future but am able to live fully in the present. * *7. I experience a sense of belonging with others -- whether it's with my family, in my community, at work or in certain groups. * *8. I am rarely bored. * *9. I am proud of my accomplishments in life so far. * *10. I am able to accept constructive criticism on my performänce. * *11. I have sufficient income for my needs. * *12. I take proper care of my body with a balance of good eating habits, regular exercise and enough sleep. * *13. There is at least one person in my life with whom I can share my fears as well as my joys. * *14. I feel loved most of the time. * *15. I actively care for others in my life -- whether family, friends, strangers or pets. * *16. I feel comfortable in my own skin and for the most part am content to be who I am. * *17. Though I always strive to improve, I recognize my own limitations and do not push myself in ways that are detrimental to my well-being. * *18. I am able to graciously receive gifts or compliments and feel deserving of a rewarding life. * *19. I feel that I am making a difference in other people's lives -- whether at home, at work or in the community. * *20. I can find at least five things to be grateful for in my current life.* * Give yourself 1 point for each "True" response and add your points. SCORING 0-5, Dissatisfied with my present life * *6-10, Low satisfaction * *11-15, Satisfied* *20, Very satisfied * "Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly" - Robert Kennedy Vanakkam Subbu
