I understand that this might not be top of mind right now, what with the leader of the free world threatening to blow up civilizations. Nevertheless, here’s a fun diversion that might actually yield an insight or two! Think of it as a mildly scientific, yet surprisingly informative self-assessment.
Instructions:
Select the response that rings closest to your truth (and be honest!).
1. Someone points out a harmless quirk of yours (e.g., you always say “long story short” before a long story). You…
A. Agree but don’t let this interrupt your flow
B. Laugh say, “Fair” and tell a shorter version
C. Shoot back one of the dumb things they say all the time too
D. Stop speaking to them forever
2. You tell a joke about yourself and it doesn’t land. You…
A. Double down and say it louder to make sure everyone heard it
B. Laugh at the awkward silence
C. Excuse yourself to take an important call
D. Replay it in your head for 6–8 business years
3. A friend teases you about your secret love of eating cereal out of the box with your hands. You…
A. Playfully ping pong back equally witty jabs
B. Laugh along happy to have a friend who notices your quirks
C. Feel self-conscious and go the bathroom to watch cat videos
D. Unfriend them IRL
4. Your autocorrect sends an embarrassing text. You…
A. Screenshot it and share it to make someone else laugh
B. Chuckle to yourself and correct it
C. Send four texts apologizing, using those hand to head emoji’s.
D. Throw your phone against the wall
5. A comedian does a bit about someone exactly like you, you…
A. Feel honored
B. Laugh self-consciously avoiding eye contact
C. Flag a waiter for your two drink minimum and add onion rings with a side of hot fudge
D. Tell everyone the comic is obviously a no talent hack
Scoring
Mostly A’s:
Five stars for sense of humor and confidence. You’re comfortable, self-aware, and should probably go into politics.
Mostly B’s:
You’ve got a healthy, functional sense of humor. You can laugh at yourself, but not everything is funny. Excellent disposition for teaching K-12!
Mostly C’s:
You’re humor-adjacent. You appreciate laughing, but not interested in being the butt of a joke. No if’s, and’s or butt’s! Something you might laugh at after 3 beers if said by someone you think is hot.
Mostly D’s:
You may have some anger issues. You are not alone! And it doesn’t have to be a life sentence. Unlike diamonds, anger is not forever (Bond reference). Start small. Little known fact, even if you are faking laughing, you will eventually really laugh. Here’s a link to the guy who can help you.
Extra credit:
What’s something about yourself you could laugh at but don’t?
