Are You Too Hard on Your Feelings? Take the Emotional Self-Validation Test
Do you accept your feelings or fight against them?
Self-invalidation occurs when we judge our emotions as wrong, weak, or unnecessary. This test helps you identify if you are overly critical of your internal experiences, whether you judge yourself for having "too much" emotion or "too little." Understanding these patterns is the first step toward greater resilience. If you struggle to identify what you are feeling in the first place, you might also want to take the Alexithymia Scale. Alternatively, if you want to measure your ability to stay present with your experiences, consider checking out the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale.
Take The The Emotional Self-Validation Test
References
Inspired by work by Schreiber, R. E., & Veilleux, J. C. (2022). The Self-Invalidation Due to Emotion Scale: Development and psychometric properties. Psychological Assessment, 34(10), 937–951.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does this scale take?
It takes a few minutes to complete.
Are my responses private?
Yes, all responses are anonymized and confidential.
Can I take this test more than once?
Yes, you can retake the test any time to see how your results may have changed.
Disclaimer
This scale is designed for entertainment purposes and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or treatment.
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