Tridimensional Personality Questionnaire – TPQ

I am usually confident that everything will go well, even in situations that worry most people.

I often try new things just for fun or thrills, even if most people think it is a waste of time.

I like to discuss my experiences and feelings openly with friends instead of keeping them to myself.

When nothing new is happening, I usually start looking for something that is thrilling or exciting.

Usually, I am more worried than most people that something might go wrong in the future.

I don't mind discussing my personal problems with people whom I have known briefly or slightly.

I would like to have warm and close friends with me most of the time.

I nearly always stay relaxed and carefree, even when nearly everyone else is fearful.

I usually demand very good practical reasons before I am willing to change my old ways of doing things.

I often have to stop what I am doing because I start worrying about what might go wrong.

I hate to change the way I do things, even if many people tell me there is a new and better way to do it.

My friends find it hard to know my feelings because I seldom tell them about my private thoughts.

I like it when people can do whatever they want without strict rules and regulations.

I often stop what I am doing because I get worried, even when my friends tell me everything will go well.

It wouldn't bother me to be alone all the time.

I like to be very organized and set up rules for people whenever I can.

I usually do things my own way - rather than giving in to the wishes of other people.

I usually feel tense and worried when I have to do something new and unfamiliar.

I often feel tense and worried in unfamiliar situations, even when others feel there is little to worry about.

Other people often think that I am too independent because I won't do what they want.

Even when most people feel it is not important, I often insist on things being done in a strict and orderly way.

I often do things based on how I feel at the moment without thinking about how they were done in the past.

I often feel tense and worried in unfamiliar situations, even when others feel there is no danger.

I often break rules and regulations when I think I can get away with it.

I don't care very much whether other people like me or the way I do things.

I usually stay calm and secure in situations that most people find physically dangerous.

I feel it is more important to be sympathetic and understanding of other people than to be practical and tough minded.

I lose my temper more quickly than most people.

I am usually confident that I can easily do things that most people would consider dangerous (such as driving an automobile fast on a wet or icy road).

I often react so strongly to unexpected news that I say or do things that I regret.

People find it easy to come to me for help, sympathy, and warm understanding.

I am much more reserved and controlled than most people.

When I have to meet a group of strangers, I am more shy than most people.

I am strongly moved by sentimental appeals (like when asked to help crippled children).

I almost never get so excited that I lose control of myself.

I have a reputation as someone who is very practical and does not act on emotions.

I often avoid meeting strangers because I lack confidence with people I do not know.

I usually stay away from social situations where I would have to meet strangers even if I am assured that they will be friendly.

I usually push myself harder than most people do because I want to do as well as I possibly can.

I am slower than most people to get excited about new ideas and activities.

I often push myself to the point of exhaustion or try to do more than I really can.

I would probably stay relaxed and outgoing when meeting a group of strangers, even if I were told they were unfriendly.

It is difficult for me to keep the same interests for a long time because my attention often shifts to something else.

I think I would stay confident and relaxed when meeting strangers, even if I were told they were angry at me.

I could probably accomplish more than I do, but I don't see the point in pushing myself harder than is necessary to get by.

I like to think about things for a long time before I make a decision.

Most of the time I would prefer to do something a little risky (like riding in a fast automobile over steep hills and sharp turns) rather than having to stay quiet and inactive for a few hours.

I often follow my instincts, hunches, or intuition without thinking through all the details.

I try to do as little work as possible even when other people expect more of me.

I often have to change my decisions because I had a wrong hunch or mistaken first impression.

Most of the time I would prefer to do something risky (like hang gliding or parachute jumping) rather than having to stay quiet and inactive for a few hours.

I am satisfied with my accomplishments, and have little desire to do better.

I see no point in continuing to work on something unless there is a good chance of success.

I have less energy and get tired more quickly than most people.

I usually think about all the facts in detail before I make a decision.

I nearly always think about all the facts in detail before I make a decision, even when other people demand a quick fix.

I often need naps or extra rest periods because I get tired so easily.

I don't go out of my way to please other people.

I am more energetic and tire less quickly than most.

I am usually able to get other people to believe me, even when I know what I am saying is exaggerated or untrue.

I find it upsetting when other people don't give me the support I expect from them.

I can usually do a good job of stretching the truth to tell a funnier story or play a joke on someone.

I usually can stay 'on the go' all day without having to push myself.

I am usually more upset than most people by the loss of a close friend.

I have trouble telling a lie, even when it is meant to spare someone else's feelings.

I am better at saving money than most people.

Even after there are problems in a friendship, I nearly always try to keep it going anyway.

I recover more slowly than most people from minor illnesses or stress.

I need much extra rest, support, or reassurance to recover from minor illnesses or stress.

I often spend money until I run out of cash or get into debt from using too much credit.

I seldom get upset when I don't receive the recognition I deserve.

Because I so often spend too much money on impulse, it is hard for me to save money - even for special plans like a vacation.

It is extremely difficult for me to adjust to changes in my usual way of doing things because I get so tense, tired, or worried.

If I am feeling upset, I usually feel better around friends than when left alone.

I usually feel much more confident and energetic than most people, even after minor illnesses or stress.

Some people think I am too stingy or tight with my money.

I often keep trying the same thing over and over again, even when I have not had much success in a long time.

It is hard for me to enjoy spending money on myself, even when I have saved plenty of money.

I seldom let myself get upset or frustrated: when things don't work out I simply move on to other activities.

I recover more quickly than most people from minor illnesses or stress.

I hate to make decisions based only on my first impression.

I think I will have very good luck in the future.

I am often moved deeply by a fine speech or poetry.

If I am embarrassed or humiliated, I get over it very quickly.

I like 'tried and true' ways of doing things better than trying 'new and improved' ways.

I like to keep my problems to myself.

I enjoy saving money more than spending it on entertainment or thrills.

Even when I am with friends, I prefer not to 'open up' very much.

I feel very confident and sure of myself in almost all social situations.

I usually like to stay cool and detached from other people.

I never worry about terrible things that might happen in the future.

I am more hard-working than most people.

In conversations, I am much better as a listener than as a talker.

I like to please other people as much as I can.

Regardless of any temporary problem that I have to overcome, I always think it will turn out well.

I like to stay at home better than to travel or explore new places.

I usually am so determined that I continue to work long after other people have given up.

I usually have good luck in whatever I try to do.

I like to pay close attention to details in everything I do.

It is easy for me to organize my thoughts while talking to someone.