Archetypal Narrative Inventory

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Welcome to the OPENING THE GOLDEN BOX Archetypal Narrative Inventory

What follows are 36 pairs of statements. Your task is simply to choose the statement that resonates more strongly with you, the one with which you identify more closely.

The whole form should take you only about 5-10 minutes to complete. Do not spend too long thinking about any one item. Trust your first impression and move on.

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Name

First Name

Last Name

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A. I know how to bring out the best in others.

B. I find it easy to stand up for what I think is right.

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A. I can easily see the underlying energetic patterns of a given situation.

B. It is easy for me to see beauty in the world around me.

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A. I spend time reflecting on whether my motivations are in alignment with true principles.

B. I can ascertain what is needed in a given situation and quickly adapt.

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A. Connectedness and unity are among my highest values.

B. I excel at managing my time for maximum effectiveness.

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A. I expect others to follow my example.

B. I can be argumentative, sometimes without good reason.

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A. If I’m not careful, I can unfairly take advantage of situations.

B. I can get obsessive about my hobbies.

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A. I can talk my way out of just about anything.

B. I'm often the one to have the last word in a discussion or debate.

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A. I feel anxious when I don't have access to the things and/or people that I love most.

B. When I feel wronged, I have a gut instinct towards revenge or retribution.

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A. True creativity happens when opposites come together.

B. The unconscious mind is a powerful thing that deserves respect and attention.

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A. I know how to savor life; a good meal, a sunset, a great piece of art, birds singing in the spring - I can just sit in these blissful moments.

B. It is important to me to protect those who are vulnerable.

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A. In social and work situations, I see to it that everyone has a chance to put their best foot forward.

B. There are always forces greater than myself at work, and I do my best to harness them for the benefit of those around me.

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A. Without a thorough and strong set of rules, things would be chaos.

B. I generally have good days, as long as I get my coffee/chocolate/gossip/TV/etc fix.

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A. I know how to get what I need in life, but it doesn’t always mean I’m fulfilled.

B. I’m careful not to get in over my head with projects.

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A. I have an easy time accepting help from others.

B. Minimizing risk means I’m less likely to fail.

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A. Sometimes I compromise on what’s really best in order to get what I think I need.

B. I can have difficulty making important decisions.

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A. I often feel others are taking advantage of me.

B. My best talents seem to go unutilized.

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A. I have an easy time seeing the possibility in a situation.

B. I know how to get by in hard situations, even if it means gritting my teeth and compromising on some of my values.

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A. Others find me endearing or charming.

B. People tend to come to me when they are hurting.

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A. I’m generally very generous with my time and energy - sometimes too generous.

B. I don’t want to attract too much attention to myself.

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A. I struggle with maintaining healthy personal boundaries.

B. I don't expect the world is going to take care of me.

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A. When I have an important job to do, it is easy for me to marshal the energy and discipline to get it done.

B. I'm skilled at arranging challenging situations so that they produce win-win outcomes.

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A. I often find myself bringing others together around a project.

B. I know what it means to feel one with the universe.

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A. Sometimes I try to manipulate how someone thinks about a situation without knowing I’m doing it.

B. I have no problem telling others what to do.

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A. When I'm with the right romantic partner, I am more complete.

B. I don’t let others get too close to me.

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A. I struggle with feeling connected to something bigger than myself.

B. I regularly second-guess myself when I think I’ve had a good idea.

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A. I don’t get the respect I deserve from others.

B. I can struggle with thinking independently.

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A. I can be ruthless with others when I feel they’ve committed an injustice.

B. When the rules are not in my favor, I typically know how to find a loophole.

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A. I have a tendency to hoard resources.

B. I can get lost in my thoughts and daydreams.

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A. I often have powerful insights, but have a hard time putting them into practice.

B. I rely on others’ opinions when it comes to making up my mind.

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A. I can tell when someone else is feeling down.

B. For me, basic needs come first; dreams can come later.

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A. I know how to influence a situation so that the odds are always in my favor.

B. People get what’s coming to them; sometimes I’m just the one who makes that happen.

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A. Healing is always possible if I focus my energy in the right way.

B. Disciplined habits make for a more rich and peaceful life.

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A. Simple pleasures throughout my day help me find a sense of wellbeing.

B. I understand the motivations of others, and I can use that understanding to move my own agendas forward.

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A. Sometimes I can over-do it when I’m making a point in an argument or debate.

B. Many of the people in my life depend on me for what they need, and I like it that way.

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A. I often find myself in a state of awe and wonder at the tiny miracles evident in the world.

B. A healthy sense of order means that everyone can thrive in their own unique way.

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A. I develop personal strength for the sake of protecting what is most important to me.

B. I feel called to nurture/inspire the next generation.