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Summary of the Exercise
This 12-item reflection tool is designed to help you uncover your personal, underlying attitudes about experiencing, controlling, and expressing your emotions. The statements focus on illuminating restrictive mindsets that many of us carry—such as feeling the need to hide our difficulties, fearing judgment or rejection, or viewing emotional vulnerability as a sign of weakness.
Key Takeaways & Next Steps:
Be Honest
Please choose the answer that genuinely describes how you actually think, rather than how you feel you should think.
Trust Your Instincts
Try not to overthink the statements. Your very first, immediate reaction is usually the most accurate reflection of your true core beliefs.
Acknowledge the Scale
Pay close attention to the 1-to-7 rating system. It ranges from "Totally Disagree" to "Totally Agree," giving you the space to capture the subtle nuance of your beliefs rather than forcing a simple yes or no.
Meet the Coach.
Paul Gagnon, ACC ICF Certified Coach | MYcoach. When taking this assessment, my absolute biggest piece of advice is to be completely honest with yourself. Please choose the answers that genuinely describe how you actually think right now, rather than how you feel you "should" think. Trust your instincts and try not to overthink the statements, because your very first, immediate reaction is usually the most accurate reflection of your true core beliefs! Smiles & Coffee, Paul
Evaluate Your Internal Mindset
Many of us carry restrictive mindsets, like feeling the need to hide our difficulties or viewing emotional vulnerability as a sign of weakness. By thoughtfully rating these statements, you can clearly see if you are holding onto beliefs that tell you to suppress your feelings. Secure your access to this scale to finally stop putting on a "brave face" just to be accepted by others.
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Paul is very professional, honest and delivers feedback with clarity and respect. Beyond his professionalism, what impressed me the most was his human approach and remarkable ability to connect with people on a genuine level making every discussion insightful.
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Paul challenged us to go deeper than standard frameworks and explore what it means to lead with intention under pressure and build psychological safety. Instead of just "managing" stress, I learned to view emotions as vital data...
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Goal of the Exercise
The goal of this tool is to help you quietly identify and map your internal beliefs regarding your emotional world. By thoughtfully rating these statements and calculating your score, you can clearly see if you are holding onto beliefs that tell you to suppress your feelings, handle challenges all alone, or put on a "brave face" just to be accepted by others.
For each statement, circle the number from the scale below that best describes how much you agree or disagree with the thought.
Add up your ratings for all 12 questions to find your total score. Divide your Total Score by 12.
The higher your average score, the more strongly you may be holding onto beliefs that restrict the natural, healthy expression and acceptance of your emotions.
Reveal Your Emotional Roadmap
Understanding how you truly view your feelings is the vital first step toward genuine personal growth and professional freedom. This comprehensive tool provides the exact framework needed to quietly identify and map your internal beliefs regarding your emotional world. Add this exercise to your leadership toolkit to permanently dismantle the fear of rejection and confidently lead with authentic strength.
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