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LIFE-STYLE QUESTIONNAIRE SCORING SHEET

Instructions: Total the columns and then chart your total scores on the graph below. Thegraph provides a convenient transformation of each of your total scores into a standardscore. (Standard scores are transformed scores with a mean of 50 and a standarddeviation of 10.) Connect each of your standard scores to provide a profile and then goon to the interpretation sheet.

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Item Item Item Item Item

1. _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. _____6. _____ 7. _____ 8. _____ 9. _____ 10. _____

11. _____ 12. _____ 13. _____ 14. _____ 15. _____16. _____ 17. _____ 18. _____ 19. _____ 20. _____21. _____ 22. _____ 23. _____ 24. _____ 25. _____26. _____ 27. _____ 28. _____ 29. _____ 30. _____31. _____ 32. _____ 33. _____ 34. _____ 35. _____36. _____ 37. _____ 38. _____ 39. _____ 40. _____41. _____ 42. _____ 43. _____ 44. _____ 45. _____46. _____ 47. _____ 48. _____ 49. _____ 50. _____

TOTALS: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____


LIFE-STYLE QUESTIONNAIRE

Robert Driscoll and Daniel G. Eckstein

Name _________________________________________________Date ___________________________Instructions: Read each of the following statements and assign points according to thefollowing guidelines:

4 points = True for you always or almost always;3 points = True for you more than half the time;2 points = True for you less than half the time;1 point = Never or almost never true for you.

______ 1. I was a childhood leader.______ 2. I believe that my life will be most satisfying if there are some clear

pathways for advancing and being rewarded.______ 3. I hate to admit defeat to others.______ 4. I find myself striving for greater freedom and independence.______ 5. I take part in social movements.______ 6. I am a “take charge” person.______ 7. I try to blend in.______ 8. I do not seem to have as much fun as other people have.______ 9. As a child I constantly told myself I was special, even though no one else

thought so.______ 10. I have a great investment in my image.______ 11. I use my wits to move ahead of other people.______ 12. I resent feeling the need for other people’s approval.______ 13. I give up too easily after failure.______ 14. I value my independence highly.______ 15. People have called me a “con artist.”______ 16. I like to have power and control.______ 17. I struggle hard to overcome my faults.______ 18. I very much want people to like me.______ 19. I take care of myself, and others should take care of themselves.______ 20. I enjoy “beating the system.”______ 21. I tackle projects with zest.

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_____ 22. I sometimes feel depressed and I do not know why._____ 23. I brood too much._____ 24. I am my own person._____ 25. I could join the underground resistance movement._____ 26. I am smarter than most people._____ 27. I am unobtrusive._____ 28. I am afraid to express my anger._____ 29. I am a powerful individual._____ 30. I got away with a lot as a child._____ 31. I go after what I want in life._____ 32. When I was growing up, I felt that my presence was often ignored by one or

both of my parents._____ 33. I try to hide my weaknesses._____ 34. I will be most satisfied if I am completely free to choose how I want to live._____ 35. I like to be “one up” on others._____ 36. I enjoy being ahead of other people._____ 37. I have survived by constantly being aware of other people’s opinions and

what they want from me._____ 38. I believe that my feelings are nobody’s business but my own._____ 39. I make things happen._____ 40. I like to do things my way._____ 41. I like to be in positions of authority._____ 42. I do things right by following the rules._____ 43. I feel that I’m a nice person and submissive on the outside._____ 44. I like to “do my own thing.”_____ 45. Growing up, I began to cut off my compassion for others because I had to

win._____ 46. I have a strong need to be in charge of myself._____ 47. I can only have the really important things in life by blending in._____ 48. I try to appear “together.”_____ 49. In deciding how I want to live and act, I am most satisfied if I am

completely free to make this decision myself._____ 50. I like to be charming just to have my way.


LIFE-STYLE QUESTIONNAIRE SCORING SHEET

Instructions: Total the columns and then chart your total scores on the graph below. Thegraph provides a convenient transformation of each of your total scores into a standardscore. (Standard scores are transformed scores with a mean of 50 and a standarddeviation of 10.) Connect each of your standard scores to provide a profile and then goon to the interpretation sheet.

I II III IV V

Item Item Item Item Item

1. _____ 2. _____ 3. _____ 4. _____ 5. _____6. _____ 7. _____ 8. _____ 9. _____ 10. _____

11. _____ 12. _____ 13. _____ 14. _____ 15. _____16. _____ 17. _____ 18. _____ 19. _____ 20. _____21. _____ 22. _____ 23. _____ 24. _____ 25. _____26. _____ 27. _____ 28. _____ 29. _____ 30. _____31. _____ 32. _____ 33. _____ 34. _____ 35. _____36. _____ 37. _____ 38. _____ 39. _____ 40. _____41. _____ 42. _____ 43. _____ 44. _____ 45. _____46. _____ 47. _____ 48. _____ 49. _____ 50. _____

TOTALS: _____ _____ _____ _____ _____


LIFESTYLE QUESTIONNAIRE INTERPRETATION SHEET

Columns I through V correspond to lifestyle characteristics of tigers, chameleons,turtles, eagles, and salmon, as defined below.

TIGERSTigers are generally considered to be aggressive. They enjoy exercising authority, liketo be the center of attention, and may insist on having their own way. Tigers usuallywere childhood leaders and continue in this role as adults. They are also enterprising,vigorous, and ambitious.

Those with low tiger scores(Column I) tend to be seen as:

Those with high tiger scores(Column I) tend to be seen as:

Retiring, Inhibited, Indifferent,Unassuming, Easily Influenced,Dependent, Apathetic, Submissive,Conventional, Cautious, Conservative,Leisurely, Self-Restrained, passive,Unambitious, Quiet, and Easygoing

Aggressive, Confident, Persistent,Persuasive, Self-Reliant, Independent,Initiators, Potential Leaders,Ambitious, Clever, Enterprising,Vigorous, Demanding, Active,Planners, Domineering, andCompetitive

CHAMELEONSChameleons are generally seen as conforming. They are flexible and more likely to faceproblems directly. Chameleons frequently move up rapidly in business, as they aredependable, hard working, and honest. They are cooperative, sociable, warm, helpful,and practical and may be aesthetic.

Those with low chameleon scores(Column II) tend to be seen as:

Those with high chameleon scores(Column II) tend to be seen as:

Inhibited, Wary, Demanding, Lazy,Moody, Changeable, Aggressive,Deceitful, Stubborn, Rebellious,Impatient, Shrewd, Headstrong,Inattentive, Self-Centered,Opportunistic, Guileful, and Impulsive

Cooperative, Sociable, Warm, Helpful,Diligent, Persistent, Gentle, Sincere,Honest, Conscientious, Tolerant,Practical, Deliberate, Serious,Obliging, Self-Denying, Dependable,Conforming, Socially Ascendant, andPeaceable


TURTLESTurtles are generally thought to be defensive. They are earnest and resourceful and leadself-controlled, stable lives. Turtles are frequently “loners” with one or two closerelationships. They are intuitive and sensitive, with some trouble admitting fallibility.Others may consider turtles to be stubborn because they have no interest in changing thestatus quo.

Those with low turtle scores(Column III) tend to be seen as:

Those with high turtle scores(Column III) tend to be seen as:

Counteractive, Critical, Dominant,Persistent, Demanding, Aggressive,Ambitious, Assertive, Conforming,Strong, Unhappy, Misunderstood, andDiscouraged

Stable, Self-Controlled, Placid,Earnest, Defensive, Stubborn,Apologetic, Resourceful, Insecure,Vulnerable, Rationalistic, Intuitive,Guarded, and Persistent

EAGLESEagles tend to be seen as individualistic. They are not concerned with public opinionand may be egoistic and infringe on the rights of others to get their own way. Eagles arecapable, industrious, assertive, and adventurous—idealizing “progress.” They are foundin any field that esteems independence and are frequently entrepreneurial.

Those with low eagle scores(Column IV) tend to be seen as:

Those with high eagle scores(Column IV) tend to be seen as:

Awkward, Disorganized, Aloof,Lacking in Self-Direction, Shallow,Insecure, Compliant, Submissive,Inhibited, Cautious, Dull,Conventional, Conforming, Guarded,Worrying, Anxious, Deliberate, andPedantic

Capable, Industrious, Strong, Forceful,Foresighted, Clear Thinking,Independent, Spontaneous, Intelligent,Progressive, Ostentatious, WellInformed, Rebellious, Confident,Idealistic, Egoistic, Assertive, andAdventurous


SALMONSalmon usually are considered resistive. They prefer to “swim against the current” ratherthan support “establishment” values. Salmon may take up causes against oppression anddemand that they be heard. They are vigorous, progressive, and rebellious and theydislike what they consider to be false social niceties.

Those with low salmon scores (ColumnV) tend to be seen as:

Those with high salmon scores(Column V) tend to be seen as:

Indifferent, Apathetic, Passive,Compliant, Conventional, Easygoing,Conservative, Dependent, andCautious

Persuasive, Independent, Vigorous,Demanding, Rebellious, Protecting,Forceful, Progressive, and Competitive

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