When things don’t go as planned, what’s your first inner response?
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I beat myself up and think it’s all my fault
I feel discouraged and stuck for a while.
I try to stay calm and look for a different way forward.
I immediately reframe the challenge as a new opportunity.
How much control do you feel you have over the outcome of challenges you face?
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Not much - life mostly just happens to me.
A lot - I believe my actions shape what happens next.
Sometimes, but it depends on luck or others
Mostly, if I put in effort and focus.
When you face a major setback, what’s the story you usually tell yourself?
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This always happens to me; things are out of my control.
Setbacks are temporary - I’ll grow stronger from this.
I’ll never get it right - maybe I’m not cut out for this.
This is tough, but I can figure out what went wrong and try again.
When plans suddenly change, how do you usually respond?
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I get frustrated, but I adjust eventually.
I freeze and get overwhelmed.
I pivot quickly and look for the upside.
I take a breath and shift my approach.
When you receive critical feedback, what happens in your mind and body?
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I feel tense and replay the words in my head.
I take a moment, then try to learn from it.
I welcome it and use it to grow right away.
I shut down or get defensive.
If a decision you made gets challenged by others, what do you tend to do?
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I invite the challenge as a way to improve the decision.
I push back hard, even if it causes tension.
I avoid the conflict and back down.
I listen, clarify my view, and adjust if needed.
After a stressful week, what do you typically do to recover?
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Nothing - I just push through to the next week.
I make time for rest or activities that recharge me.
I intentionally protect my recovery time and come back stronger.
I try to rest but still feel guilty for slowing down.
How consistent are your boundaries between work and personal time?
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I set them, but I often break them.
I don’t really have boundaries - work always comes first
I protect my time most of the time.
I stick to clear boundaries and honor them.
What role do supportive relationships play in your resilience?
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I usually handle things alone.
I sometimes reach out, but not often.
I lean on trusted people when I need to.
I intentionally build and use a strong support network
Do you have regular routines that help you reset (journaling, exercise, etc.)?
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Not really, I handle things as they come.
I try, but I’m inconsistent.
I have a couple routines I use regularly.
I follow strong routines that keep me balanced.
How often do you pause to reflect on lessons after setbacks?
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Rarely - I move on without thinking about it.
Sometimes, but only after big setbacks.
Often - I reflect to find what I can learn.
Almost always - I turn every challenge into a lesson
How do you usually prepare yourself for predictable periods of stress (deadlines, events)?
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I think about it, but I leave things last minute.
I don’t prepare - I just hope for the best.
I create clear systems to stay ready and avoid overwhelm.
I plan ahead and pace myself
Which role best describes you right now?
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Individual contributor (personal growth)
Small business owner / entrepreneur
Team manager / leader
Executive / senior leader
Other
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