Masculine Role Inventory – MRI

Close relationships can detract from career developments.

I don't devote too much time to personal relationships.

A close relationship may cause others to think I lack success potential.

I avoid discussing my feelings because others might think I am weak.

Even if I have known someone for a long time, I still prefer not to talk about the more private aspects of myself.

I sometimes assume an indifferent attitude toward loving someone, otherwise people might consider me immature.

I am somewhat hesitant to commit myself to another person.

A successful career means more to me than a successful close relationship.

It is impractical for people to make long-range commitments in a close relationship, until they have started a career.

I would be tempted to end a relationship if my partner asked me to devote any more time to her/him.

There are career drawbacks associated with investing oneself in a relationship.

It is easy for me to express feelings openly to someone close to me.

I don't search for too much personal fulfillment from a relationship with another person, because of the potential costs to my ambitions.

If I committed myself to another person, I would not have enough time to wholeheartedly pursue a career.

I prefer not to be emotionally involved with another person.

There are professional costs associated with sustaining a close relationship.

Strong involvement in a love relationship will ultimately interfere with career activities.

It's costly to admit that one is emotionally upset.

If people thought of me as a sensitive person, they might exploit me.

A person would be wise not to display any affection for his/her friends.

I would feel uncomfortable about my future, if others thought I was sensitive.

If people knew how strongly I respond to other's feelings, they would consider me a "soft" person.

I would prefer that others not think of me as a kind person.

People who are sensitive cannot become effective leaders.

In order to become a successful person, it's important not to show emotional weakness.

People cannot succeed in business unless they suppress their sensitivity to other people's feelings.

If I were involved in an affectionate relationship, I would not have enough time left over to develop a career.

If others know how you really feel, your career can be hurt.

People who cry will not get anywhere in the working world.

I am comfortable with the idea of committing myself to another person.