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Buddhist Psychology Test

20 Questions

3 Minutes

Do You Think Like a Buddhist?

We sometimes think we will be happy when we get that promotion, buy that perfect house, or meet that flawless soul mate. When these goals are met, why is contentment still elusive? Perhaps we can think like a Buddhist and cultivate a tranquil state of mind. Take this test to see if you care for your mind like a Buddhist.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

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1. I can clear my mind of negative thoughts.

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2. I wish the people around me would change.

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3. I accept circumstances as they are.

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4. I wish I could change people.

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5. When I feel angry, I accept the emotion as it is.

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6. My emotions don't get the better of me.

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7. I know that thoughts are just thoughts, they fade.

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8. I use deep breathing to calm myself.

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9. I practice calming exercises like mindfulness, meditation or yoga.

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10. I practive self-compassion.

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11. I practice compassion toward others.

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12. I worry about what others think of me.

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13. I take life as it is.

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14. I try to avoid desiring things.

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15. I allow others to follow their own beliefs.

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16. I practice emotionally self-regulated calm.

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17. I practice loving kindness when I feel angry.

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18. I rarely expect anything in return from others.

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19. I feel empathy toward others.

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20. I am tolerant of the beliefs of others.

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Who Is This Test For?

This test is for anyone who wants to examine their mind-clearing skills. It’s designed for adults and is not intended to be diagnostic.

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Sources

Effects of Mindfulness on Psychological Health: A Review of Empirical Studies.Clinical Psychology Review. 2011.

Mindfulness and Behavior Change.Harvard Review of Psychiatry. 2020

Exploring the past, present, and future of the mindfulness field: A multi-technique bibliometric review.Frontiers in Psychology. 2022.

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