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EGO STATE ANALYSIS
reprinted with permission by
BOB AVARY & ASSOCIATES, 3211 KERMIT HWY., ODESSA, TX 79762
FROM SELF ASSESSMENT - TA FOR MANAGEMENT
The next several pages contain a series of optional choice statements. Make 2 choices for each statement.

Score a 2 for the choice that BEST describes you and a 1 for the choice that describes the NEXT best. LEAVE THE OTHERS BLANK.

When you finish this questionnaire, you will be given a sheet upon which to record your answers.

example: 1.

2 a. The BEST choice, most like you

1 b. the next BEST choice, next most like you

1. Disregarding income, the career I would like would be:

____ a. Owning and running my own business.

____ b. Being some type of counselor or advisor.

____ c. Being around and close to people.

____ d. About what I am doing now or where I am going.

2. Other people like me because:

____ a. They know they can depend on me in time of need.

____ b. I show care and concern for them as a person.

____ c. I am honest and straightfoward with them.

____ d. I usually enjoy what I am doing.

3. When family members or friends become upset or worried, I tend to:

____ a. Show my concern for their feelings but do not offer advice.

____ b. Listen closely but do not offer advice unless specifically asked.

____ c. Try to get them into a better mood by suggesting something fun to do.

____ d. Advise them on how I think they could solve their problems.

4. When someone gets on me for doing something wrong, I usually:

____ a. Calmly hear them out before saying something.

____ b. Do what the situation calls for without getting upset.

____ c. Apologize for the mistake and try to do better.

____ d. Explain how or why the mistake happened.

5. When I think about government and politicians in general:

____ a. I get fed up with the overall mess they have made.

____ b. I vote my convictions and do not hassle myself.

____ c. I realize how little I can do about it.

____ d. I get sort of angry at some of the ridiculous laws they have passed.

6. Many of my problems come from:

____ a. Getting others to do what they should.

____ b. Getting others to think for themselves.

____ c. Lacking courage and confidence in myself.

____ d. Convincing others to let me do things my own way.

7. When someone is doing something that I think is wrong, I usually:

____ a. Show them the right way to do it.

____ b. Try to help them see what is really correct.

____ c. Ask if they have considered other ways.

____ d. Tell them what will happen if they do it wrong.

8. Generally speaking, the most successful people:

____ a. Work hard and fulfill their responsibilities.

____ b. Seem to know who they are and what they want.

____ c. Have the courage and confidence to think and act on their own.

OPINIONS AND FEELINGS ARE FREQUENTLY A PERSONAL TRIUMPH OVER GOOD THINKING

YOU DEFINE REALITY BY WHAT YOU KNOW, WHAT YOU BELIEVE, AND WHAT YOU DO ABOUT IT.

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EGO STATE ANALYSIS
reprinted with permission by
BOB AVARY & ASSOCIATES, 3211 KERMIT HWY., ODESSA, TX 79762
FROM SELF ASSESSMENT - TA FOR MANAGEMENT
9. Generally speaking, people who get the most from life:
____ a. Are willing to give of themselves to help others.
____ b. Handle life's problems in a very practical manner.
____ c. Don't worry or concern themselves with small problems.

10. Most people would enjoy better health if they would:


____ a. Keep themselves in better physical condition.
____ b. Worry less and take better care of themselves.
____ c. Accept and like themselves more.

11. When a person makes a mistake, he/she should:


____ a. Learn from his/her error and not do it again.
____ b. Recognize that everyone makes mistakes.
____ c. Forgive him/herself for the error.

12. You are to take care of 3 four-year-old children for two hours while
their mothers are shopping. You will:
____ a. Help them find something interesting and fun to do.
____ b. Observe their activities so they do not hurt themselves or others.
____ c. Get down on the floor and play with them.

13. You have been planning several weeks on a "fun" type weekend with another couple.
At the last moment, they call and say they have decided not to go. You will probably:
____ a. Go ahead without them or find something else fun to do instead.
____ b. Postpone your plans and feel somewhat disappointed.
____ c. Try to talk them into changing their minds and going with you.

14. At a party, someone accidentally spills ice cream on your clothing. You will:
____ a. Clean it up as best you can and enjoy yourself.
____ b. Go home and change or leave as soon as possible.
____ c. Feel anger at the person who was so clumsy.

15. Others might describe you as:


____ a. Strong, firm, decisive.
____ b. Informed, wise, helpful.
____ c. Kind, loving, understanding.
____ d. Straightfoward, self-confident, well-organized.
____ e. Fun to be with, very much alive, spontaneous.
____ f. Helpful, agreeable, cooperative.
____ g. Clever, somewhat rebellious, independent.

16. As I think about myself, I find that:


____ a. I am often critical of others' thoughts and actions.
____ b. Others seem to come to me for advice.
____ c. I demonstrate a real concern for others' feelings.
____ d. I listen well when others are talking.
____ e. I do a lot of different things for enjoyment.
____ f. I am not as self-confident as I want to be.
____ g. I like to discuss controversial subjects.

17. Perhaps my greatest personal assets are: ____ a. My ability to do a job well.
____ b. My concern to help others do better. ____ c. My sincerity in dealing with others.
____ d. My ability to evaluate situations and make decisions. ____ e. My ability to enjoy life and other people.
____ f. My loyalty to people, ideals and beliefs. ____ g. My ability to take care of myself.

NOW TAKE THE NUMBERS FROM THESE 2 SHEETS AND TRANSFER THEM TO THE NEXT SHEET - THE EGO STATE ANALYSIS SHEET

OPINIONS AND FEELINGS ARE FREQUENTLY A PERSONAL TRIUMPH OVER GOOD THINKING

YOU DEFINE REALITY BY WHAT YOU KNOW, WHAT YOU BELIEVE, AND WHAT YOU DO ABOUT IT.

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STROKING QUESTIONNAIRE
excerpted with permission by
BOB AVARY & ASSOCIATES, 3211 KERMIT HWY., ODESSA, TX 79762
FROM SELF ASSESSMENT - TA FOR MANAGEMENT
FILL IN THE BLANK WITH THE NUMBER CORRESPONDING TO THAT WHICH BEST DESCRIBES YOU.
I ___ am quick to praise a job well done.
I ___ tell others what I like.
I ___ enjoy complimenting others.
I ___ like to help others feel good.
(1) Total - Giving Positive Strokes

I ___ am quick to criticize a sloppy job


I ___ tease those that I like.
I ___ criticize what I don't like.
I ___ am outspoken with my opinions.
(2) Total - Giving Negative Strokes
0 = NEVER
I ___ feel comfortable when complimented. 1 = RARELY
I ___ feel comfortable in front of a group. 2 = SELDOM
I ___ enjoy being bragged on. 3 = SOMETIMES
I ___ enjoy being physically "stroked". 4 = OFTEN
(3 ) Total - Taking Positive Strokes
5 = USUALLY
I ___ accept criticism very well. 6 = ALWAYS
I ___ listen intently when criticized.
I ___ take teasing very well.
I ___ try to follow the advice of others.
(4) Total - Taking Negative Strokes

I ___ openly ask for praise.


I ___ ask for reassurance when I am in doubt.
I ___ openly ask for what I want.
I ___ tell others when I've done something well.
(5) Total - Asking for Positive Strokes

I ___ want others to offer help without my asking.


I ___ hint for praise rather than ask for it.
I ___ talk about my problems, troubles, or faults.
I ___ expect people to listen to my accomplishments or what I've done.
(6) Total - Asking for Attention

I ___ refuse to give unearned praise or insincere compliments.


I ___ refuse to do for others what they can do for themselves.
I ___ insist that others ask specifically for what they want.
I ___ find it easy to say "no" to others.
(7) Total - Refusing to Give Positive Strokes

I ___ allow interruptions when I am busy.


I ___ avoid criticizing others.
I ___ keep my anger and opinions to myself.
I ___ try to be agreeable rather than argue a point.
(8) Total - Refusing to Give Negative Strokes

OPINIONS AND FEELINGS ARE FREQUENTLY A PERSONAL TRIUMPH OVER GOOD THINKING

YOU DEFINE REALITY BY WHAT YOU KNOW, WHAT YOU BELIEVE, AND WHAT YOU DO ABOUT IT.

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STROKE PROFILE
excerpted with permission by
BOB AVARY & ASSOCIATES, 3211 KERMIT HWY., ODESSA, TX 79762
FROM SELF ASSESSMENT - TA FOR MANAGEMENT

Take your totals from the boxes on the -- Stroking Questionnaire -- and put the score in the
appropriate column. Shade in the area to make a bar chart. You can use the extra chart
to make a stroke profile on your spouse, a friend, your boss or some other person
significant in your life. How do the profiles look together? Is there a problem area? For
example you give a lot of positive strokes and they won't take positive strokes. Maybe you
ask for a lot of strokes and they refuse to give positive strokes. Look for any patterns.

POSITIVE STROKES POSITIVE STROKES


(1) (3) (5) (7) (1) (3) (5) (7)
24 24 24 24

20 20 20 20
S S
16 T 16 16 T 16
R R
12
O 12 12
O 12
K K
8
E 8
E
8 8
S S
4 4 4 4

ASK REFUSE ASK REFUSE


GIVE TAKE GIVE TAKE
FOR TO GIVE FOR TO GIVE

4 4 4 4
A A
T T
8 8 8 8
T T
E E
12 12 12 12
N N
T T
16 I 16 16 I 16

O O
20 N 20 20 N 20

24 24 24 24
(2) (4) (6) (8) (2) (4) (6) (8)
NEGATIVE STROKES NEGATIVE STROKES

OPINIONS AND FEELINGS ARE FREQUENTLY A PERSONAL TRIUMPH OVER GOOD THINKING

YOU DEFINE REALITY BY WHAT YOU KNOW, WHAT YOU BELIEVE, AND WHAT YOU DO ABOUT IT.

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INTERNAL EGO STATE QUESTIONNAIRE
Instructions

For each statement, allocate a score to indicate how much it matches your own
thinking.
not true for me 0 moderately true for me 2
partly true for me 1 extremely true for me 3

Score

1. I have strong opinions on some subjects.

2. I like to balance the pros and cons before I make a decision.

3. Children should be taught to respect their elders more.

4. Most of my parent's views are totally out-of-date.

5. I feel upset when people are angry.

6. I take a moment to assess a difficult situation before I respond.

7. I often go with a hunch when making a decision.

8. I think about the implications before I do something.

9. I rely on my experience a lot to make decisions.

10. I can observe other peoples' reactions without necessarily feeling the same way.

11. I often feel more mature than other people.

12. I often feel as if I'm a lot younger than I really am.

13. I am comfortable sharing decision making when relevant.

14. I sometimes hide my true feelings from others.

15. Sometimes I think other people behave childishly.

16. I prefer it when someone else has to make the decisions.

17. I have updated some of the views I learned from my parents.

18. I expect to make my own decisions all the time.

19. I resent it when people tell me what to do.

20. I share many of the views of my parents.

21. I can learn from younger people.

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INTERNAL EGO STATE QUESTIONNAIRE -
SCORING
Step 1. Transfer your scores to the summary below, against the question numbers,
and add up each column.

1 2 4

3 6 5

9 8 7

11 10 12

15 13 14

18 17 16

20 21 19

------- ------- -------


TOTAL

Internal Internal Internal


Parent Adult Child

Step 2. Draw a chart of your responses by marking horizontal lines at the score
points for each ego state.

21 -

18 -

15 -

12 -

9-

6-

3-

0 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
--
Internal Internal Internal
Parent Adult Child
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PERSONAL STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE

Instructions

For each statement, allocate a score to show how much the behaviour is like the way
you behave:
not true for me 0 moderately true for me 2
partly true for me 1 extremely true for me 3
Score
1. I tell people firmly how they should behave.

2. I tend to reason things out before acting.

3. I do as I'm told.

4. I behave sympathetically towards people with problems.

5. I really enjoy being with other people.

6. I enjoy taking care of people.

7. I enjoy solving problems in a systematic and logical way.

8. I tell people what to do.

9. I let people know how I really feel without embarrassment.

10.I am polite and courteous.

11.I do the opposite to what people expect.

12.When someone is new, I make an effort to show them where everything is.

13.I can stay calm in a crisis.

14.When I know I'm right, I insist that others listen to me.

15.I ask a lot of questions when I'm curious.

16.I am very enthusiastic about my work.

17.People seem to expect me to know the answer.

18.I'm asked to take care of new members of staff.

PTO

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Score

19. I get on well with people who are polite to me.

20. I keep on thinking logically even under pressure.

21. My working style is systematic and logical.

22. I dress to match the sort of outfits that other people wear to work.

23. I do things for people when I think they can't manage for themselves.

24. I can quote my previous experience when problems occur.

25. People tell me I'm creative and inventive.

26. I prefer to take control rather than following someone else's lead.

27. I fuss over people too much.

28. I'm over-emotional compared to others.

29. I expect my manager to set my terms of reference.

30. I take all points of view into account when making decisions.

31. I encourage people to test out their own capabilities.

32. People complain that I'm bossy.

33. I spend time enjoying myself.

34. People tell me I'm especially courteous.

35. I'm noted for my even temper and balanced comments.

36. I show my feelings whether I am happy or sad, so that people can congratulate
or sympathise with me.

37. I've looked after someone even though they could have managed on their own.

38. I'm tempted to analyse jokes, which spoils them for others.

39. People do as I tell them.

40.I go along too readily with what other people want.

© 2007 A D International, Wildhill, Broadoak End, Hertford SG14 2JA Tel: 01992 550246
PERSONAL STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE - SCORING

Step 1. Transfer your scores to the summary below, against the question numbers,
and add up each column.

1 4 2 3 5

8 6 7 10 9

14 12 13 11 15

17 18 20 19 16

24 23 21 22 25

26 27 30 29 28

32 31 35 34 33

39 37 38 40 36
------- ------- ------- ------- -------
TOTAL
Controlling Nurturing Functional Adapted Natural
Parent Parent Adult Child Child

Step 2.
Now draw a bar chart of your responses by marking horizontal lines at the score points.

Total score
24 -

21 -

18 -

15 -

12 -

9 -

6 -

3 -

0-
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CP NP FA AC NC

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Windows on the World - Questionnaire
Circle the number next to the statement in each group that best describes you.
Be honest with yourself – don’t just pick whatever you think is the ‘best’ answer.

1 I tend to interrupt others when they are speaking

2 I prefer to take a back seat in groups and let others take the lead
A
I do my best to avoid situations where you’re expected to give an
3
opinion

4 I let other people finish what they are saying before I speak

1 I usually think that other people know best

I stand up for myself when I feel that I’m right and expect others to do
2 the same
B
3 I insist that I’m right and expect others to go along with me

I don’t see any point in pushing my ideas as people rarely appreciate


4
them

1 I resist making decisions or taking advice from others

2 I let other people make decisions for me


C
3 I make my own decisions based on what I feel is right and appropriate

4 I often make decisions for other people

I tend to keep my voice low and avoid eye contact to prevent attention
1 being drawn to me

2 I sometimes speak loudly and expect to make quite an impact


D
3 I can’t be bothered to communicate much

4 I generally match my level of communication to suit the circumstances

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1 I tend to blame and find fault with others

2 I sometimes hide my feelings and just go along with others


E
I do my best to understand the feelings of others before letting them
3
know how I feel
4 I don’t often feel that strongly about anything

1 I let others get what they want but I often feel resentful about it
I talk through problems before they occur and find ways of coping
2
with them when they do
F
3 I make sure that things turn out the way I want them to

4 I really don’t mind if other people get their own way

1 I hold back on decisions so that others will make them for me


I tend to avoid facing problems and keep putting decisions off until
2
tomorrow
G
3 I deal with my own problems and make my own decisions

I provide solutions for people who seem unable to decide for


4
themselves

1 I consider myself capable and equal to others

2 I consider myself weaker and less capable than others


H
3 I consider myself stronger and more capable than others

4 I consider that most people are weak, including me

I avoid taking responsibility as it only gets you blamed when things


1
don’t work out
I accept my responsibilities and am clear about what others are
2
responsible for
I
I take on responsibility for as much as possible, including the work of
3
others
I prefer it when someone else takes responsibility and I can follow
4
their lead

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Windows on the World - Scoring
Using the chart below, circle the A, B, C or D that is alongside the number that you chose
for each question. Then add each column to get a total score.

Q.A 4 A 2 B 1 C 3 D
Q.B 2 A 1 B 3 C 4 D
Q.C 3 A 2 B 4 C 1 D
Q.D 4 A 1 B 2 C 3 D
Q.E 3 A 2 B 1 C 4 D
Q.F 2 A 4 B 3 C 1 D
Q.G 3 A 1 B 4 C 2 D
Q.H 1 A 2 B 3 C 4 D
Q.I 2 A 4 B 3 C 1 D
Total Total Total Total
A B C D

Total
score

A - win-win B – lose-win C – win-lose D – lose-lose


0
assertive accommodating aggressive apathetic

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WORKING STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE
For each item, give a score between 0 and 8, where 8 is totally like you, 4 is average
and 0 is totally unlike to you.

Item Score What I typically do:


1 I tend to wait until the deadline is near before I work on a task.
2 I like to organise my work area efficiently.
3 It is important to maintain harmony in working relationships.
4 I enjoy starting new projects.
5 I am very good at staying calm during a crisis.
6 I work steadily and conscientiously at whatever is required.
7 I am good at seeing the whole scope of a task and showing initiative.
8 I enjoy encouraging people and doing things to help them.
9 I plan ahead thoroughly so that I am ready for any problems that arise.
10 I enjoy having lots to do (even if I complain about it sometimes).
11 It is important to check so that there are no mistakes.
12 I am usually more enthusiastic than other people.
13 I am usually more balanced and even-tempered than other people.
14 I am usually intuitive and sensitive to other people’s feelings.
15 I can usually finish tasks more quickly than other people.
16 Sometimes people seem to think that I’m overly critical about standards of
work.
17 Sometimes I make mistakes because I am working so fast.
18 Sometimes people act as if they resent it when I am only trying to help them.
19 I sometimes miss deadlines because I find it hard to ask for help even when I have
too much to do.
20 I tend to start several projects but have trouble finishing any of them.
21 People sometimes complain that I make tasks too big because I consider so many
possible aspects.
22 People sometimes seem to think I am aloof and unfriendly.
23 I have problems saying no to people even when I already have too much to do.
24 I feel impatient when people spend too much time discussing what to do.
25 I sometimes miss deadlines because I need longer to check my work.

© 2007 A D International, Wildhill, Broadoak End, Hertford SG14 2JA Tel: 01992 550246
WORKING STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE - SCORING

Step 1 Transfer your scores to the chart below, against the question numbers, and add
up each column.

My working style(s)
Item Score Item Score Item Score Item Score Item Score
1 2 3 4 5
10 9 8 7 6
15 11 14 12 13
17 16 18 20 19
24 25 23 21 22
Total Total Total Total Total
Hurry Up Be Perfect Please People Try Hard Be Strong

Step 2 Draw a bar chart of your responses by shading in the columns below to the
appropriate level.

Total
score

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

0 Hurry Up Be Perfect Please Try Hard Be Strong


People

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MANAGER WORKING STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE
For each item, give a score between 0 and 8, where 8 is totally like your manager, 4
is average and 0 is totally unlike your manager.

Item Score My manager:


1 sets very short deadlines for work to be done.
2 gives very thorough instructions on how things should be done.
3 can be very encouraging.
4 is enthusiastic and exciting to have around.
5 is calm and thoughtful whatever the circumstance.
6 has a strong sense of duty to the organisation.
7 has so many new ideas that it’s hard to keep up.
8 shows an interest in me as a person.
9 can spot mistakes in most things.
10 talks fast and tends to interrupt.
11 takes a lot of care over quality of work.
12 goes off on tangents instead of finishing one thing at a time.
13 tells people what to do in a controlling manner.
14 avoids making decisions in case someone is upset.
15 gets a lot of work done very quickly.
16 complains about unimportant details.
17 comes late to meetings and is always in a hurry.
18 insists on helping me when I don’t really need help.
19 is unemotional and even unfeeling at times.
20 turns small tasks into major projects - and then delegates the boring parts.
21 seems to judge my performance by how enthusiastic I am.
22 seems to judge my performance by how uncomplaining I am.
23 seems to judge my performance by how well I get on with other people.
24 seems to judge my performance by how fast I work.
25 seems to judge my performance by how accurate I am.

© 2007 A D International, Wildhill, Broadoak End, Hertford SG14 2JA Tel: 01992 550246
MANAGER’S WORKING STYLES QUESTIONNAIRE -
SCORING
Step 1 Transfer your scores to the chart below, against the question numbers, and add
up each column.

My manager’s working style(s)


Item Score Item Score Item Score Item Score Item Score
1 2 3 4 5
10 9 8 7 6
15 11 14 12 13
17 16 18 20 19
24 25 23 21 22
Total Total Total Total Total
Hurry Up Be Perfect Please People Try Hard Be Strong

Step 2 Draw a bar chart of your responses by shading in the columns below to the
appropriate level.

Total
score

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

0 Hurry Up Be Perfect Please Try Hard Be Strong


People

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TRANSACTIONAL ANALYSIS QUESTIONNAIRE
There is no time limit to this questionnaire. It will probably take around ten minutes to
complete. The more spontaneous and honest you can be, the more accurate the results
probably will be.

If you agree more than you disagree with a statement, mark a plus (+) in the box.
If you disagree more than you agree, mark a minus (-) in the box.

1. Teenagers would be better off if they tried harder to understand


and utilise the experiences of older people.

2. I enjoy fast driving.

3. Generally I manage to keep a calm appearance even when I am all


upset inside.

4. There are too few people nowadays with enough courage to stand up
for what is right.

5. People who tend to be “Bossy” actually lack self-confidence although


they may not realise this.

6. I do not like it when people are not clear about what I say and ask me
to repeat.

7. Effective leadership means to enable people to give the best of


themselves rather then seek the best for themselves.

8. There is too much sex and violence on TV nowadays.

9. In my opinion, it is healthy to freely discuss sex, bodily functions,


intimacy, etc.

10. I find it difficult to stick to a diet, to quit smoking, etc.

11. In my opinion, speed limits should be strongly enforced.


12. Parents tend to be too permissive nowadays.

13. I believe that absolute openness and honesty with others is possible.

14. In my opinion, 95% of the important life decisions are based on


feelings.

15. Too many people nowadays allow others to push them around too
much.

16. Although most people are not, I seem to be quite comfortable with a
long period of silence.

17. I can recall situations where, as a child, other people made me feel
ashamed.

18. Sometimes children need to be slapped on the buttocks for their own
good.

19. We need more rather than less censorship in the movies, TV,
magazines, etc.

20. Even with strangers, I seldom feel bored, impatient or lonely.

21. I know that sometimes I ought to eat and drink less than I do.

22. The good opinion of others is important.

23. My parents encouraged me to explore and learn things for myself.

24. I get uncomfortable when something unexpected happens.

25. Even when one feels life is not worth living, no one is justified in
committing suicide.

26. I try and attend many courses, seminars, lectures, etc.


27. Sometimes I tell myself, “Shut up - you are talking too much“.

28. A remedy for divorce would be to make the conditions more stringent
so that marriage would be considered more seriously.

29. I seldom, if ever blush.

30. Most mistakes result from misunderstanding rather than


carelessness.

31. Tense situations make me feel uncomfortable enough that I must do


something about it.

32. Most youngsters will benefit from obligatory military service.

33. Many times I have had to change my strong convictions as a result of


new information.

34. Humility is one of the virtues, perhaps the greatest one.

35. Expressive hair styles seem to have to compensate for small brains
nowadays.

36. Experience is useful but in most instances, it probably needs to be


modified by new facts and information.

37. Marriage between people from different races or countries are


heading for trouble.

38. All work and no play add up to a dull life and that is not the way I
want to live.

39. Sometimes I hear myself say “I do not make the rules, I just follow
them“.

40. You can not change human nature.

41. I do not believe that there has to be a natural and un-resolvable


conflict between organisations and individuals.
42. Sometimes I get so discouraged that I want to run away.

43. Capital punishment should never be completely done away with.

44. People should attend church more often.

45. Most decisions carry some consequences and I like to evaluate those
consequences before making a decision.

46. I am concerned about the approval of others.

47. I like to run things, be boss of the situation, take charge.

48. Even at social gatherings I find myself discussing business or


gathering data from magazines and books.

49. Being a subordinate is not that easy but is better than being the
boss.

50. I quickly become bored with a situation.

51. I believe that society would be better off if the laws were more
rigorously enforced.

52. I am not ashamed of my tears when I am sad enough to cry, even


when others are around.

53. When I think people are wrong or stupid, I say so.

54. I envy people who quit their career in order to start a new life style.

55. I just cannot trust people like many seem to do.

56. Even though there may be a standard approach to a situation, I like to


figure out new ways.
57. I put things off until they can’t be put off any longer.

58. I am inclined to challenge others, enquiring and become aggressive.

59. Most people are capable of sustained self-direction and control.

60. Things like working in the garden, swimming, sex and other forms of
physical activities make me feel good all over.

61. I get angry or disgusted with someone I think is submissive,


compromising, etc.
SELF SCORING AND PROFILES

INSTRUCTIONS

You score one point for each item you have answered with a +.

Answers with a - or questions not answered do not score.

1. 32. 3. 2.
4. 35. 7. 6.
5. 37. 9. 10.
8. 40. 13. 14.
11. 43. 16. 17.
12. 44. 20. 21.
15. 47. 23. 24.
18. 50. 26. 27.
19. 51. 29. 31.
22. 53. 30. 34.
25. 55. 33. 39.
28. 58. 36. 42.
61. 38. 46.
41. 49.
45. 54.
PARENT PARENT 48. 57.
SUBTOTAL SUBTOTAL 52. 60.
Nurturing, Controlling, 56.
Caring Organising 59.
Indulgent Critical

PARENT ADULT CHILD


P.A.C. PROFILE
100% PARENT ADULT CHILD

16
16
12
90%

14

80%
14 10

70%

12

60%

12

50% 8

10

40%

30%
8 10
6

20%

10% 6 8 5

0% 4 3

Interpretation of your P.A.C. Profiles

The highest percentage score of the three scores indicates the particular Ego
State mostly used by you. If there is a difference of twenty or more
percentage points between the highest and the second highest score, this
means that the highest scoring Ego State is your dominant ego state.

If there is less than twenty percentage points difference, there is a likelihood


that you switch back and forth between Ego States without being consciously
aware of this switch.

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