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Gratitude Test

20 Questions
3 Minutes

How grateful are you?

Gratitude is the expression of appreciation for what one has; it is a recognition of value independent of monetary worth. Gratitude doesn’t necessarily come naturally to everyone, but it can be cultivated with a little time and effort. Take this test to learn where you fall on the gratitude spectrum.

Using the key below, answer the questions based on how strongly you agree or disagree with the statement.

Disagree
Strongly Disagree
Neutral
Agree
Strongly Agree
1. I have so much in life to be thankful for.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
2. I sometimes take a moment to appreciate my body and my health.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
3. I think that it's important to pause often to "count my blessings."
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
4. When something good happens, I make a point of expressing my gratitude.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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5. When I look at the world, I don’t see much to be grateful for.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
6. I feel grateful when I get to spend time with my friends and family.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
7. In the past few weeks, I’ve felt very thankful.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
8. I often feel appreciation for food, nature, friends, and other simple pleasures.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
9. More bad things have happened to me in my life than I deserve.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
10. I think it's important to appreciate each day that you’re alive.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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11. I am grateful to a wide variety of people.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
12. As I get older I find myself more able to appreciate the people, events, and situations that have been part of my life history.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
13. In the past few weeks, I haven’t felt appreciative of anything.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
14. I couldn't have gotten where I am today without the help of many people.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
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15. Life has been good to me.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
16. I’m sometimes overwhelmed by the beauty of nature.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
17. I feel deeply appreciative for the things others have done for me in my life.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
18. I think that it's important to "stop and smell the roses."
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
19. If I had to list everything that I felt grateful for, it would be a very long list.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
20. I think it's important to enjoy the simple things in life.
Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree

Who Is This Test For?

This test is for anyone who wants to explore their level of gratitude. It’s designed for adults and is not intended to be prescriptive.

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How to Get Help

If you think you’d benefit from discussing gratitude, happiness, or meaning with a professional, finding a therapist may be beneficial. Search for one in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory.

Sources

McCullough, M. E., et al. Gratitude Questionnaire-Six Item Form (GQ-6).

McCullough, M. E., et al. The Gratitude Adjective Checklist (GAC).

Watkins, et al. Gratitude Resentment and Appreciation Test (GRAT) — Short Form.