When asked, we usually say we're happy. I mean, who wants to hear our trouble? But in truth, many of us can do more to increase our daily happiness. Take this quiz to see how happy you really are right now, and what you may need to make it better.
How much of the day would you say you spend doing things you don't enjoy? (Excluding sleep, of course!)
None or close to none
About half and half
All or almost all of it
About 1/3
Around 2/3
2 of 15
Do you ever find yourself lying to friends and/or family?
Yes, often
Sometimes, just to make them feel good about themselves
Rarely, and only to make them feel good or to cover up something bad so I don't upset them
Sometimes, when I want some time for myself
No, never
3 of 15
How do you feel about your health?
I feel really healthy most of the time
I feel unhealthy most of the time
It comes and goes
Worried, really worried
I don't give it much thought, I feel good almost all the time
4 of 15
Do you ever find yourself happy because something bad happened to someone else?
Yes, but only when they were already doing better than I am
No, it's never something I enjoy, no matter who it is
Yes I quite enjoy it as long as it doesn't happen to me
Yes but only when I think they deserved it
5 of 15
When you think of younger versions of yourself, how do you think they would feel about your current situation?
I really don't know
They'd be indifferent
They'd be disappointed
They'd be delighted
They'd be mortified
They'd be impressed
6 of 15
When is the nearest thing you are actually looking forward to?
Tomorrow
This week
This month
Later Today
There isn't anything I'm looking forward to
This year
7 of 15
When you have problems in your life, who do you go to for advice?
Sometimes a friend, sometimes a family member I'm close to
I don't have anyone like that
My family
My therapist
My best friend
8 of 15
When was the last time you made a big change in your life?
A few years ago
Many years ago
Will be making one soon
Can't remember
Recently
9 of 15
How do you feel about your physical appearance?
I feel great about it
I feel pretty insecure about it
I know how to look after myself, so I feel pretty good about it
Not bothered by it either way
I feel bad about it
10 of 15
How often are you worried about money?
Often, when I think about it
Basically all the time
Rarely to never
Almost never, although maybe I should
From time to time, when there's a problem, but it's quite rare
11 of 15
How long has it been since you learned something new, such as a skill, a trick, a life hack or a subject?
Can't remember
Years ago
A few weeks ago
This week
Last month
12 of 15
Do you like your job and/or retirement?
No, I don't enjoy it at all
I like the people I spend time with
Yes, I love it
It could be better
I don't mind it
13 of 15
What can you tell us about your sleep?
I try to sleep as much as I can whether I feel tired or not
I fall asleep but it's poor quality sleep
I sleep alright most of the time
I struggle to fall asleep
I sleep soundly
14 of 15
How stressed do you feel on a daily basis?
Almost never stressed
Very stressed because my life is stressful
I'm never stressed unless it's an actual emergency
A little stress every day, but not more than I can handle
Very stressed, even when I shouldn't be
15 of 15
In one word, how would you define your mood most mornings when you wake up?
Comfortably sleepy
Depressed
Numb
Excited
Looking forward to my coffee
5: Supremely Happy
Your life is a delight! You've found the key to your happiness. Be it family, friends, love, money, success, creative... READ MOREYour life is a delight! You've found the key to your happiness. Be it family, friends, love, money, success, creative outlet or all the above - you've got IT. You have the life you want or have learned to love the life you have. You have good health, good friends and not many worries. Either that or you're just not bothered by things. In any case, it's great to be you! Share your happiness with others and help them with advice - not many can say the same as you!
You are happy! You have a great life that you love, and it's probably full of people that love you and appreciate you... READ MOREYou are happy! You have a great life that you love, and it's probably full of people that love you and appreciate you, perhaps you have great health, sleep well and have lots of money - or you've learned to accept what you can't change and are feeling happy no matter what. Keep being the way you are, it's wonderful to know there are happy people out there. You may have a few problems like everyone else, but you don't let them stand in the way of your personal sense of happiness.
You are not unhappy or even indifferent. You are pretty pleased with your life. You are mostly comfortable, mostly... READ MOREYou are not unhappy or even indifferent. You are pretty pleased with your life. You are mostly comfortable, mostly unworried about the big things. That said, it's pretty easy to tile the scale and make your good day go bad. Your happiness is real but brittle, it can be shattered by events and easily taken away. Remember, true happiness is inside, no matter what happens on the outside. Find more balance inside with the amount of happiness you have, keep striving towards goals, take care of your health and sleep and go out and be social at least once a week - you'll take that little happiness hill and make it a mountain.
You haven't felt really happy in quite some time. Mostly you just feel numb. You go through life, enjoying little... READ MOREYou haven't felt really happy in quite some time. Mostly you just feel numb. You go through life, enjoying little things, suffering others, and they seem to culminate in an absolute zero. You wouldn't call yourself happy, but when people ask if you're sad or depressed that doesn't sound right either. Mostly you may just be bored. Perhaps you need a big change in your life to shake the dust off a bit and experience more highs (and lows) in your life. That said, you may like being like this, and it's your choice. Remember however that this situation can easily become worse and slide into full unhappiness, so it's a better bet to inch towards happiness a little every day. Do something new, learn something new, take some chances - it'll be worth it.
Oh my, it seems you are unhappy. What a shame. Sorry to say, many are feeling the same these days, and the reasons can... READ MOREOh my, it seems you are unhappy. What a shame. Sorry to say, many are feeling the same these days, and the reasons can be many - worries about money or health or physical appearance. Bad health, too much pressure and poor sleep - all these factors as well as little time spent being social usually culminate in unhappiness. Sometimes it's a bad relationship or a bad temporary situation, but more often than not it's a life situation that we have convinced ourselves we can live with, or feel it's too much effort. It's hard to make changes to your life, but when you're feeling unhappy, you have little to lose. Make some big changes, learn something new like a skill or a language, sleep more, eat right and consult a doctor often. In addition, work on your relationship, visit more friends and family - and you'll see an increase in your happiness levels. Remember, it can always be chemical as well, so consult a doctor regarding any signs of clinical depression.
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