Initial Reaction
Focus on your first emotional response, not how you’d feel after reflection.
Shame deep-dive test
You already know Shame is your dominant response – this test tells you exactly which kind, and the patterns your system tends to fall into.
Shame isn’t a single feeling. It shows up in different patterns from one person to the next – and the way it lands for you shapes how it feels, what it makes you want to do, and what tends to bring it on. This test maps the specific pattern your system runs.
This deep-dive sorts you into one of six Shame styles across 30 real-life scenarios. You’ll see exactly where on the Shame spectrum your system lives – and the personalized results page walks you through what that pattern looks like, why it shows up the way it does, and how to recognize it in real time.
Best Fit
Both options are flavors of Shame. Pick whichever fits your typical reaction better.
Emotion Words
You may see new words. Labeling is part of regulation. Tap “?” for help.
Imagine
For unfamiliar situations, imagine your most likely emotional response.