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✓ 20 QUESTIONS ⏱ ~3 MINUTES

Shame Test

Do you feel too much shame? Shame can lead to negative self-evaluation, worthlessness, and even mood disorders.

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1. I struggle with feelings of worthlessness.

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2. I don't share my fears with other people.

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3. I often avoid social situations.

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4. I rarely feel bad about my mistakes.

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5. I know that people judge me poorly.

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6. I feel shame about forgetting to help a friend.

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7. I have a hard time accepting compliments.

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8. I readily feel embarrassed when in public.

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9. Sometimes I feel unlovable.

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10. I feel defensive much of the time.

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11. I rarely feel bad over another person’s unhappiness.

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12. I feel hopeless quite a bit.

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13. I rarely feel relaxed without feeling shame.

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14. I don’t deserve my good fortune.

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15. I don’t share my secrets, because people will think bad things about me.

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16. I feel shameful about my inadequacies.

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17. I let a loved one down and I feel shame.

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18. I am fine when I don't meeting other people’s expectations.

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19. I prioritize my own needs, not the needs of others.

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20. People say I take myself too seriously.

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