Color Code

Part 1: Strengths & Limitations This section consists of 30 4-word clusters. For each cluster choose the one trait that best describes how you behaved AS A CHILD. Try not to focus on how you wish you were, or how you would like to be. Remember, your first impression is usually the best.

nurturing

outgoing

opinionated

inventive

indecisive

self-centered

perfectionist

power-oriented

dominant

tolerant

sympathetic

enthusiastic

unsure

self-serving

suspicious

naive

loyal

decisive

contented

playful

arrogant

worry-prone

silently stubborn

flighty

reliable

kind

assertive

sociable

bossy

self-critical

reluctant

a teaser

easygoing

action-oriented

carefree

analytical

overly sensitive

critical of others

obnoxious

shy

a party person

a good listener

detail conscious

determined

unmotivated

demanding

unforgiving

vain

idealistic

responsible

considerate

happy

impulsive

passive

moody

impatient

respectful

fun-loving

patient

strong-willed

argumentative

unrealistic

directionless

an interrupter

trusting

independent

even-tempered

dependable

forgetful

ambivalent

frequently depressed

aggressive

deliberate

optimistic

powerful

gentle

boring

judgmental

insensitive

undisciplined

logical

emotional

popular

agreeable

uncommitted

unenthusiastic

guilt prone

always right

well-behaved

accepting

spontaneous

pragmatic

thoughtful

a show-off

merciless

uninvolved

task-oriented

diplomatic

sincere

lively

lazy

tactless

loud

hard to please

direct

adaptable

creative

a performer

self-deprecating

calculating

self-righteous

disorganized

disciplined

pleasant

charismatic

confident

careful

unproductive

afraid to face facts

intimidating

Part 2: Situations This section consists of 15 situations with four possible reactions to each. Pick the answer that relates most to you. Again, your first impression is the best answer.

If I applied for a job, a prospective employer would most likely hire me because I am:

Driven, direct, and delegating.

Patient, adaptable, and tactful.

Fun-loving, spirited, and casual.

Deliberate, accurate, and reliable.

When involved in an intimate relationship, if I feel threatened by my partner, I:

Cry, feel hurt, and plan revenge.

Fight back with facts and anger.

Distance myself and avoid further conflict.

Become quiet, withdrawn, and often hold anger until I blow up over some minor issue later.

For me, life is most meaningful when it:

Is free of pressure and stress.

Is filled with people and purpose.

Allows me to be playful, lighthearted, and optimistic.

Is task-oriented and productive.

As a child, I was:

Too talkative, happy, and/or playful.

Stubborn, bright, and/or aggressive.

Well behaved, caring, and/or depressed.

Quiet, easygoing, and/or shy.

As an adult, I am:

Charismatic, positive, and/or obnoxious.

Opinionated, determined, and/or bossy.

Responsible, honest, and/or unforgiving.

Accepting, contented, and/or unmotivated.

As a parent, I am:

Playful, casual, and/or irresponsible.

Demanding, quick-tempered, and/or uncompromising.

Concerned, sensitive, and/or critical.

Permissive, easily persuaded, and/or often overwhelmed

In an argument with a friend, I am most likely to be:

Silently stubborn, uncomfortable, and/or confused.

Loud, uncomfortable, and/or compromising.

Concerned about others' feelings and principles.

Verbally stubborn about facts.

If my friend was in trouble, I would be:

Concerned, empathetic, and loyal--regardless of the problem

Supportive, patient, and a good listener.

Protective, resourceful, and recommending solutions.

Nonjudgmental, optimistic, and downplaying the seriousness of the situation.

When making decisions, I am:

Indecisive, timid, and reluctant.

Assertive, articulate, and logical.

Impulsive, uncommitted, and inconsistent.

Deliberate, precise, and cautious.

When I fail, I feel:

Embarrassed and nervous--seeking to escape the situation.

Silently self-critical, yet verbally stubborn and defensive.

Unsettled and fearful, but I keep it to myself.

Guilty, self-critical, and vulnerable to depression--I dwell on it.

If someone crosses me:

I feel deeply hurt and find it almost impossible to forgive completely. Generally, getting even is not enough.

I am angered and cunningly plan ways to get even quickly.

I am silently hurt and plan to get even and/or completely avoid the other person.

I want to avoid confrontation, consider the situation not important enough to bother with, and/or seek other friends.

Work is:

A healthy activity, which should be done right if it's to be done at all. Work should be done before one plays.

A positive activity as long as it is something I enjoy and don't feel pressured to accomplish.

A necessary evil, much less inviting than play.

A most productive way to spend one's time.

In social situations, I am most often:

Envied by others.

Feared by others.

Admired by others.

Protected by others.

In a relationship, I am most concerned with being:

Respected, tolerant, and peaceful.

Understood, appreciated, and intimate.

Approved of and right.

Praised, having fun, and feeling free.

To feel alive and positive, I seek:

Adventure, leadership, and lots of action.

Excitement, playful productivity, and the company of others.

Acceptance and safety.

Security, creativity, and purpose.