Form: Short Index of Self-Actualization, SISA

1 – Disagree
2 – Somewhat disagree
3 – Somewhat agree
4 – Agree
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1
I do not feel ashamed of any of my emotions.
2
I feel I must do what others expect me to do.
3
I believe that people are essentially good and can be trusted.
4
I feel free to be angry at those I love.
5
It is always necessary that others approve of what I do.
6
I don't accept my own weaknesses.
7
I can like people without having to approve of them.
8
I fear failure.
9
I avoid attempts to analyze and simplify complex domains.
10
It is better to be yourself than to be popular.
11
I have no mission in life to which I feel especially dedicated.
12
I can express my feelings even when they may result in undesirable consequences.
13
I do not feel responsible to help anybody.
14
I am bothered by fears of being inadequate.
15
I am loved because I give love.

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