Are you optimist or pessimist?

Optimist or pessimist: is the glass half full or half empty?

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When you hear good news about someone else, you think:

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When something good happens unexpectedly, you think:

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When faced with a sudden challenge, your first thought is:

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What’s your attitude toward change?

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What’s your perspective on the future?

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How do you perceive other people’s intentions?

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How do you feel about the world in general?

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How do you usually react to bad news?

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How do you interpret unexpected setbacks?

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When working towards a goal, you typically think:

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When faced with uncertainty, you feel:

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When meeting new people, you think:

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What do you think when someone offers you criticism?

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How do you handle failure?

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How do you feel about trying something completely new?

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The eternal question: optimist or pessimist?

Are you the type to see the silver lining or the storm clouds? This 15-question test will help you explore whether your mindset leans towards optimism, pessimism, or somewhere in between. Each question offers six answers, ranging from overtly optimistic to deeply skeptical, each carrying a unique point value. Your total score will reveal where you stand on the optimism-pessimism spectrum.

This test isn’t just about labels—it’s an opportunity to reflect on how you approach challenges, handle uncertainty, and view the world around you. Are you a relentless optimist, a cautious realist, or a thoughtful pessimist? Each result includes a detailed description to help you better understand your perspective and how it influences your life.

Answer honestly, and you may gain insights that could reshape how you view life’s ups and downs. Ready to discover your outlook? Let’s get started!