Horne–Ostberg Chronotype Test
Take the test1. I am socially inept and socially undesirable in work or social situations.
2. Other people are potentially critical, indifferent, demeaning, or rejecting.
3. I cannot tolerate unpleasant feelings.
4. If people get close to me, they will discover the “real” me and reject me.
5. Being exposed as inferior or inadequate will be intolerable.
6. I should avoid unpleasant situations at all costs.
7. If I feel or think something unpleasant, I should try to wipe it out or distract myself (for example, think of something else, have a drink, take a drug, or watch television).
8. I should avoid situations in which I attract attention, or be as inconspicuous as possible.
9. Unpleasant feelings will escalate and get out of control.
10. If others criticize me, they must be right.
What are "core beliefs" and how are they formed?
These are our most fundamental assumptions about ourselves, others, and the world ("I am worthless," "The world is dangerous"). They usually form in childhood based on experiences with significant adults and act as a "filter" through which we perceive reality throughout our lives.
Can I change my core beliefs on my own?
It is a challenging process since these schemas were formed over years. This test is a useful starting point for self-awareness. However, deep changes usually require practicing cognitive restructuring or working with a therapist within CBT or schema therapy frameworks.
How do my beliefs affect my physical well-being?
Constant activation of negative cognitive schemas (such as beliefs in persistent danger) keeps the body in a state of chronic stress. This leads to stress-related physical symptoms: muscle tension, digestive issues, and a sense of persistent fatigue.
