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Notice: This version of the Leadership Skills and Shadows Assessment will be discontinued on June 1, 2008. A revised version is now being designed with availability in early 2009.

Leadership Skills and Shadows Assessment™

Self Assessment

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Strongly Agree (SA).

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Respond to each of the following statements with:

Strongly Disagree (SD)
Disagree (D)
Neither Disagree nor Agree (N)
Agree (A)
Strongly Agree (SA)

1. I have trouble thinking clearly when I am under pressure.
SD	D	N	A	SA

2. I know and believe that I am worthy of love, regardless of my failures or my accomplishments.
SD	D	N	A	SA

3. As part of my normal routine, I take the time to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the world.
SD	D	N	A	SA

4. I excel at evaluating multiple alternatives and recommending a prioritized course of action.
SD	D	N	A	SA

5. I tend to be overwhelmed by my emotions.
SD	D	N	A	SA

6. I need a lot of approval from others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

7. I am a perfectionist.
SD	D	N	A	SA

8. I have a short temper.
SD	D	N	A	SA

9. I tend to feel vulnerable, like a child.
SD	D	N	A	SA

10. I tend to be defiant.
SD	D	N	A	SA

11. I enjoy manipulating situations to get what I want.
SD	D	N	A	SA

12. I am comfortable asking for what I want.
SD	D	N	A	SA

13. I lack the strength either to face adversity or embrace the opportunities that arise in my life.
SD	D	N	A	SA

14. I tend to tell people what they want to hear, rather than risking possible conflict or discomfort that might arise by saying what I really feel.
SD	D	N	A	SA

15. I find myself in stressful or unhealthy relationships.
SD	D	N	A	SA

16. I tend to rebel against authority.
SD	D	N	A	SA

17. I am open to new relationships and like to connect at a deep, personal level with other people.
SD	D	N	A	SA

18. I have keen insight and penetrate quickly to the heart of problems (the real issues).
SD	D	N	A	SA

19. I honor and express my soul.
SD	D	N	A	SA

20. I have no need or desire to pursue art.
SD	D	N	A	SA

21. Nobody tells me what to do.
SD	D	N	A	SA

22. I view situations and assess people in black and white terms.
SD	D	N	A	SA

23. I am able to motivate, empower and bless others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

24. I have a hard time delegating authority.
SD	D	N	A	SA

25. I tend to procrastinate.
SD	D	N	A	SA

26. I have a secure sense of my place in the world.
SD	D	N	A	SA

27. I challenge or ignore others’ boundaries when they interfere with my own goals or needs.
SD	D	N	A	SA

28. I like to win by outwitting others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

29. I have trouble organizing my schedule.
SD	D	N	A	SA

30. I can feel sensual without feeling ashamed.
SD	D	N	A	SA

31. I don’t like to share everything I know about a situation, an issue or a person.
SD	D	N	A	SA

32. I am willing and able to entrust important responsibilities to others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

33. I like the idea of controlling a situation from a distance.
SD	D	N	A	SA

34. I feel responsible for the well-being of others ahead of my own well-being.
SD	D	N	A	SA

35. I tend to be swept away in my relationships.
SD	D	N	A	SA

36. I need to have all the data before making a recommendation, because I don’t want to make a mistake.
SD	D	N	A	SA

37. I tend to need a lot from the people I love.
SD	D	N	A	SA

38. I tend to think that others are smarter than I am.
SD	D	N	A	SA

39. I plan my life to avoid or smooth over conflict.
SD	D	N	A	SA

40. I communicate the hard facts, even in difficult situations.
SD	D	N	A	SA

41. I prefer not to explore my emotions.
SD	D	N	A	SA

42. I can hurt other people with my humor.
SD	D	N	A	SA

43. I have to win.
SD	D	N	A	SA

44. I believe in a Higher Power beyond myself.
SD	D	N	A	SA

45. I don’t disclose information about myself because I don’t want others to know what I’m really thinking.
SD	D	N	A	SA

46. I find it difficult to connect at a personal or intimate level with others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

47. My mind is disorganized.
SD	D	N	A	SA

48. I have a hard time saying ‘No’ to others’ requests.
SD	D	N	A	SA

49. I tend to be suspicious about the motivations of others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

50. I have a sense of vision and direction for my life.
SD	D	N	A	SA

51. I have boundaries in my life (i.e., limits on what I will do, how much I will give, how much I will concede) which I honor and enforce.
SD	D	N	A	SA

52. I can be misled by others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

53. I take time for self-renewal (being alone, quiet, reflective, introspective or contemplative).
SD	D	N	A	SA

54. Once I develop a view of something, I seldom change.
SD	D	N	A	SA

55. I tend to be skeptical about the abilities of others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

56. I can stay calm and detached during crises.
SD	D	N	A	SA

57. I avoid conflict situations or doing "the hard thing."
SD	D	N	A	SA

58. I can put myself in the position of other people, and readily adapt my communication style so they understand me.
SD	D	N	A	SA

59. I expect perfect performance from myself and from others around me.
SD	D	N	A	SA

60. I tend to feel numb.
SD	D	N	A	SA

61. I have a hard time accepting direction, guidance or criticism from others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

62. I tend to be undisciplined in my preparation for challenges.
SD	D	N	A	SA

63. I enjoy holding and processing many dimensions of information at the same time.
SD	D	N	A	SA

64. I value excellent physical conditioning and health. I am diligent in caring for my body.
SD	D	N	A	SA

65. I don’t consider myself to be spontaneous.
SD	D	N	A	SA

66. I have an alive connection with the spiritual dimension.
SD	D	N	A	SA

67. I will do whatever I can to avoid violence.
SD	D	N	A	SA

68. I am not confused or fooled by others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

69. I tend to live in emotional extremes.
SD	D	N	A	SA

70. I have trouble taking things through to completion.
SD	D	N	A	SA

71. I am at ease receiving and accepting praise, thanks or blessing from others.
SD	D	N	A	SA

72. I need to be the leader.
SD	D	N	A	SA

73. I can cut my losses and move on to the next project or relationship without dwelling on the past.
SD	D	N	A	SA

74. I strive to be the center of attention.
SD	D	N	A	SA

75. When others give me an assignment or a job to do, I honor their directions and complete the job as they would want it done.
SD	D	N	A	SA

76. I see meaning in symbolism and ritual.
SD	D	N	A	SA

77. My sex life is listless, inhibited or non-existent.
SD	D	N	A	SA

78. I get impatient waiting for others to catch up with me.
SD	D	N	A	SA

79. I can hold my impressions of situations or people without making quick judgments.
SD	D	N	A	SA

80. I can never get enough of the things I want or like (e.g., money, possessions, food, pleasure, work).
SD	D	N	A	SA

81. I tend to think most people are better than I am.
SD	D	N	A	SA

82. I am afraid of being alone or abandoned.
SD	D	N	A	SA

83. I can "see" into the heart of another person with understanding and compassion.
SD	D	N	A	SA

84. I tend to feel worthless, unloved or unlovable.
SD	D	N	A	SA

85. I am focused and determined when working on tasks. I do not get diverted.
SD	D	N	A	SA

86. It’s hard for me to have fun.
SD	D	N	A	SA

87. I tend to do things so other people will like me.
SD	D	N	A	SA

88. I have a sense of loyalty and duty, especially when I can be of service to those in authority.
SD	D	N	A	SA

89. I am in touch with my emotions.
SD	D	N	A	SA

90. I have trouble maintaining my focus on details, and, as a result, make mistakes.
SD	D	N	A	SA

91. I tend to know what is the best idea in any situation.
SD	D	N	A	SA

92. I am sexually restless.
SD	D	N	A	SA

93. I want things done my way.
SD	D	N	A	SA

94. I can’t tolerate incompetent or weak people.
SD	D	N	A	SA

95. I know my skills and strengths, and work constantly to develop and use them.
SD	D	N	A	SA

96. I feel my life lacks purpose and direction.
SD	D	N	A	SA

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