Self-Regulation of Withholding Negative Emotions Questionnaire – SRWNE

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I think others would be upset with me if I expressed these feelings.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I would feel guilty if I let my bad feelings come out.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I find it personally satisfying to be able to feel my emotions without letting them be disruptive.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: Expressing negative emotions would just hurt others, and a person shouldn’t do that.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: There are some situations where it is useful to express my feelings and others where it’s not.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I would feel like a bad person if I expressed my bad feelings to my friends.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: My parents and friends expect me to control myself.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I enjoy being aware of my feelings but I also find it satisfying to maintain a positive outward appearance.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: It is important to me personally not to be hurtful to others.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I don’t think I have the right to bother other people with my negative feelings.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: As a caring person, I do not want to upset others with my negative feelings.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: I’m afraid that people wouldn’t like me if I express my feelings.

The reason I do not express my negative emotions to other people is because: It is important to be aware of my negative feelings, but if I keep them to myself it is to maintain emotional stability.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I’d be ashamed of myself if I let my bad feelings come out.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: The important thing is to understand my own upset, but it may not be useful to tell others about it.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I think it could ruin my relationships if I am always talking about what bothers me.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: It is important to me not to burden others with my problems.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: It is gratifying to be able to keep my upset from interfering with my goals.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I want others to think I’m mature.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: It is an interesting challenge to remain calm and not always be getting upset.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I would be embarrassed if I let others see what was bothering me.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I feel that it is mature to maintain a positive attitude.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: It is fulfilling to be able to achieve my goals even when I am upset.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I believe people should keep their upset to themselves.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I’m afraid people won’t like me if I let on what is wrong.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I choose to keep my bad feelings to myself so I can accomplish important projects.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I think I have to follow the social norms.

Sometimes when I am upset, I act like everything is all right, because: I want others to think I’m a good person.