Am I a Bad Person Quiz
Questions: 87 · 10 minutes
1. I avoid making commitments I know I can't realistically keep.
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2. I’m willing to change habits or routines that contribute to me hurting others (e.g., drinking, gossiping, overspending).
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3. I make amends in ways that matter to the person harmed, not just what feels easy for me.
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4. When someone shares a problem, I focus on understanding their feelings rather than immediately giving advice.
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5. If I make a mistake, I admit it rather than trying to cover it up.
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6. I am consistent about my values, even when no one is watching.
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7. I avoid using guilt, silence, or pressure to get my way in relationships.
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8. When I’ve harmed trust, I accept that rebuilding it may take time and consistency.
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9. Before I speak, I think about how my words might affect the other person.
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10. When I hurt someone, I’m willing to hear what they need from me to move forward.
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11. I follow the same rules I expect others to follow.
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12. If someone sets a boundary with me, I take it seriously even if I don’t fully understand it.
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13. I can name my specific behavior that was harmful, not just say “sorry you feel that way.”
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14. I am willing to change my plans if someone close to me truly needs support.
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15. When I’m called out, I resist the urge to shift blame to the other person.
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16. I notice when I’ve been dominating a conversation and make space for others.
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17. I try to imagine what a situation is like from the other person’s point of view.
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18. I avoid cheating or cutting corners, even in small ways (e.g., forms, taxes, workplace rules).
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19. I return borrowed items in the condition I promised (or make it right if I can't).
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20. If I get defensive, I can come back later and take responsibility.
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21. I notice when someone is being left out and try to include them.
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22. When someone tells me I hurt them, I try to understand before defending myself.
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23. I try to correct misunderstandings if I notice someone has the wrong impression about my actions.
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24. I pay attention to whether the other person seems overwhelmed before asking for something.
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25. I check in with people after a tense moment to see how they’re doing.
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26. I think about how my jokes might land for someone who’s sensitive about that topic.
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27. I don't take credit for work or ideas that aren't mine.
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28. I avoid using loopholes or technicalities to justify behavior that feels unfair.
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29. If someone is upset, I try to listen without interrupting or making it about me.
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30. If I realize I’ve hurt someone, I care about making it right—not just ending the conflict.
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31. I avoid pressuring someone to “get over it” after I’ve hurt them.
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32. I consider how my choices (like being late or canceling) affect other people.
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33. I follow through on offers of help rather than saying it just to look good.
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34. When I break a promise, I try to repair the harm rather than minimizing it.
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35. I take steps to understand why I reacted poorly (e.g., stress, insecurity) without using it as an excuse.
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36. I try to be kind in small everyday interactions (e.g., service workers, strangers).
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37. I feel concerned when I see someone being treated unfairly.
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38. When I’ve caused harm, I consider what restitution or correction is appropriate (time, money, effort, honesty).
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39. In disagreements, I describe what happened as accurately as I can, even if it weakens my position.
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40. If I slip back into an old harmful behavior, I acknowledge it quickly and recommit to change.
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41. I can empathize with people whose experiences are very different from mine.
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42. I take others’ needs into account when making shared decisions (plans, money, chores).
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43. If I agree to help someone, I follow through or I communicate early if I can't.
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44. I take responsibility for the consequences of my actions, even when they were unintentional.
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45. After a conflict, I reflect on what I could do differently next time.
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46. I avoid using past good deeds to justify current harmful behavior.
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47. I tell the truth even when it could make me look bad.
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48. I apologize even when my intention was good, if the impact was harmful.
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49. I apologize in a way that shows I understand what the other person felt.
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50. I avoid exaggerating or leaving out important details to get what I want.
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51. I notice patterns in my mistakes and actively work to change them.
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52. I can admit fault without needing the other person to admit fault first.
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53. I feel genuine remorse when I realize I acted selfishly.
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54. I admit when I don't know something rather than pretending I do.
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55. When someone is excited about something, I try to share their joy even if it’s not my interest.
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56. After apologizing, I take concrete steps to avoid repeating the same harm.
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57. I can say “I was wrong” without adding excuses or “but…” statements.
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58. I avoid keeping secrets that I know would seriously affect someone else's choices or consent.
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59. When I’m stressed, I still try not to take it out on other people.
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60. If I can't be fully truthful (e.g., due to privacy), I still try not to deceive.
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61. If someone trusts me with sensitive information, I keep it private unless they consent or safety requires sharing.
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62. I keep my promises, even when it becomes inconvenient.
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63. I think carefully before giving my word, because I take it seriously.
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64. When I realize I've been dishonest, I try to set the record straight.
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65. I can listen to someone describe how I hurt them without interrupting or correcting their feelings.
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66. I would rather say ""no"" than agree to something I probably won't follow through on.
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67. I take responsibility for my tone and delivery, not just the content of what I said.
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68. Even when I disagree, I try to respect the other person’s feelings.
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69. I avoid manipulating people by telling them only what I think they want to hear.
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70. If I’m wrong in an argument, I say so even if it’s embarrassing.
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71. I try to repair harm even if the other person doesn’t immediately forgive me.
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72. When I accidentally benefit from someone else's mistake (e.g., extra change, unearned credit), I try to correct it.
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73. I avoid ""white lies"" that protect me but mislead other people in meaningful ways.
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74. If I break a promise, I address it directly rather than hoping it will be forgotten.
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75. If I make a hurtful joke or comment, I address it rather than pretending it didn’t happen.
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76. I try to be honest about my intentions rather than giving misleading reasons.
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77. I follow up after a conflict to check whether the other person feels repaired and safe with me.
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78. I can usually tell when someone is uncomfortable, even if they don’t say it.
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79. When I realize I’ve hurt someone, I acknowledge it rather than minimizing it.
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80. I take responsibility for my part in conflicts instead of shifting blame.
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81. When I mess up, I focus on how to fix it rather than on proving I’m not a “bad person.”
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82. I feel motivated to help when I see someone struggling, even if it’s inconvenient.
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83. I treat people fairly even when I could get away with being selfish.
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84. When I'm tempted to bend the rules, I think about whether I'd feel okay if everyone did the same thing.
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85. When someone gives me feedback about my behavior, I try to understand it before defending myself.
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86. If I can’t help someone, I still acknowledge their feelings instead of dismissing them.
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87. I’m mindful of how my tone (not just my words) might come across to others.
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