Find out how cynical you are.
1. Caring too much about others usually leads to being let down.
2. Most people make friends because friends are useful to them.
3. It’s safer to trust no one.
4. I don’t expect things to go my way.
5. I think most people would lie to get ahead.
6. I’m optimistic about my future.
7. Most people will use unfair means to gain profit or an advantage.
8. If something can go wrong for me, it will.
9. Most people are honest just because they’re afraid of getting caught.
10. In romantic relationships, I expect disappointment or betrayal.
11. In uncertain times, I expect the best.
12. I often have to listen to people who don’t know as much as I do.
13. Most people secretly don’t like helping others.
14. I don’t count on positive things happening to me.
15. I assume that people in power are usually trying to take advantage of others.
16. Overall, I expect more bad things to happen to me than good.
17. I stay busy to avoid negative thoughts.
18. I enjoy my friends, and I know I can count on them.
19. I believe that people often act supportive but have hidden agendas.
20. No one really cares what happens to me.