Personal Balance

Tools

Truths & Consequences Survey

Instructions: Indicate whether you agree (A) or disagree (D) with each of the following statements.

A D  
1. Everyone must love me and approve of what I do.
2. I have to be good at everything to be worthwhile.
3. Certain people are bad and should be blamed and punished for it.
4. It's the end of the world if everything isn't just the way I'd like it to be.
5. Other people & events cause our unhappiness & we have no control over it
6. If something might be dangerous, I should worry and think about it.
7. It is easier to run away from life's difficulties and responsibilities than to face them head on.
8. I need something or someone stronger than myself to rely on.
9. Our past determines our present and there's no sense trying to change.
10. Happiness comes from having endless leisure time to enjoy ourselves.
Discussion:

There is no scoring guide for this self-survey. There is an opportunity to pause for reflection. In your experience, which of these statements are truths? Which would you describe as irrational thoughts?

Each 'truth' carries consequences. You act on your assumptions and beliefs every day even though you may or may not be consciously aware of how they impact your choices.

The quality of your life is directly influenced by the quality of your thoughts. Are you thinking in healthy, rational, encouraging ways?

Improve the quality of your thinking, and you improve your life.

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