How Vulnerable Are You?

Is stress putting you at risk?  The following test will indicate your positive coping skills. It will also give you some clues as to what you can improve upon in order to deal with your stress or to decrease your stress load.

Score each question below from 1 (Agree/Almost always true) to 5 (Disagree/Never true), according to how much of the time the statement applies to you.

• 01. I eat 3 balanced meals per day 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 02. I do not drink alcohol 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 03. I get enough sleep to feel refreshed the next day (7-9 hours of sleep per night) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 04. I exercise to the point of perspiration at least three times a week 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 05. I do not smoke 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 06. I am the appropriate weight for my height 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 07. I take care of my personal hygiene and I am in good general health (sight, hearing, teeth) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 08. I do not consume stimulants (including caffeine/coffee/tea/cola) or depressants (including sleeping pills) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 09. On average, I have normal blood pressure (120-80), cholesterol (<200) and blood sugar 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 10. I am happy with my career/job 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 11. I have an income adequate to meet basic expenses 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 12. I can praise myself and acknowledge my successes 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 13. I set goals and organize my time effectively 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 14. I enjoy and can handle my daily responsibilities 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 15. I believe I will have the choice to keep my present career/lifestyle for a long time 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 16. I have the freedom/control to make decisions about work and home 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 17. I have a sense of accomplishment in meeting my responsibilities 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 18. My daily responsibilities don’t carry over into my personal time (e.g. difficult to spend time with friends, taking care of myself, etc.) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 19. I give and receive affection regularly and I am happy with my current relationship status 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 20. I get strength from my beliefs 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 21. I am supported by my family members and friends and have a network of people I can turn to for help 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 22. I have regular conversations with the people I live with about domestic issues 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 23. I am able to speak openly about my feelings 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 24. My friends are happy people 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 25. I take quiet time for myself during the day and engage in activities to promote relaxation/mindfulness 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 26. In the last year, I or a significant loved one has not experienced a major life change (divorce, new job, birth, death, severe illness) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 27. I can find humour in my life 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 28. I do not react negatively to difficult situations 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 29. I feel both valued and appreciated each day 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True
• 30. I drink the recommended amount of appropriate fluids each day (mostly water, not sugar based) 1 - Agree/Almost Always True 2 - Mostly True 3 - Sometimes True 4 - Hardly Ever True 5 - Disagree/Never True

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• Total

Scale:

30-59 indicates that you are doing fairly well at coping with stress

60-74 indicates that you may be vulnerable to the impact of stress

75-119 indicates that you are fairly vulnerable to the impact of stress

120 + indicates that you are extremely vulnerable to the impact of stress.  It is time to rethink how you are living,  and pay careful attention to positive coping strategies.

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So now what?

This test and resulting information is part of Beverly's S-O-S Principle that she uses in her Presentations and Workshops. To find out more about how to turn these results into positive strategies using the S-O-S Principle, consider bringing Beverly to your team.

To bring Stress Speaker and Wellness Expert, Beverly Beuermann-King to your workplace today, email info@WorkSmartLiveSmart.com or call 705-786-0437.

Permission to reproduce in full as long as the source is noted - Beverly Beuermann-King, www.WorkSmartLiveSmart.com

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