To determine your degree of life satisfaction, answer

[Silence 22]

To determine your degree of life satisfaction, answer True or False to the following.

1. I enjoy getting out of bed most mornings, as I look forward to starting the day.

2. I see the problems in my life as challenges which I can learn from.

3. I am usually able to focus on what I am doing and feel energetic.

4. I experience a high level of satisfaction in my work.

5. I have a sense of meaning and purpose in my life.

6. I do not dwell on my past or future but am able to live fully in the present.

7. I experience a sense of belonging with others -- whether it's with my family, in my community, at work or in certain groups.

8. I am rarely bored.

9. I am proud of my accomplishments in life so far.

10. I am able to accept constructive criticism on my performänce.

11. I have sufficient income for my needs.

12. I take proper care of my body with a balance of good eating habits, regular exercise and enough sleep.

13. There is at least one person in my life with whom I can share my fears as well as my joys.

14. I feel loved most of the time.

15. I actively care for others in my life -- whether family, friends, strangers or pets.

16. I feel comfortable in my own skin and for the most part am content to be who I am.

17. Though I always strive to improve, I recognize my own limitations and do not push myself in ways that are detrimental to my well-being.

18. I am able to graciously receive gifts or compliments and feel deserving of a rewarding life.

19. I feel that I am making a difference in other people's lives -- whether at home, at work or in the community.

20. I can find at least five things to be grateful for in my current life.

Give yourself 1 point for each "True" response and add your points.

SCORING

0-5, Dissatisfied with my present life

6-10, Low satisfaction

11-15, Satisfied

16-20, Very satisfied