Resilience Capacity Quotient (RCQ)

I have a diverse group of people whom I consider good friends.

I approach new situations with an open mind as to what needs to be done.

When faced with a major change, I usually find a way to create systems or structures that give me a degree of control.

I believe that I have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to deal with almost anything that happens to me.

I regularly participate in non-work-related activities where I can let off steam, learn, grow, or have fun.

When faced with something new, I am willing to take a risk even when I am unsure of the outcome.

I value the diverse beliefs, approaches, and methods that people bring to their work and their daily interactions with me.

I easily adjust when plans change unexpectedly.

When an unwelcome change is forced upon me, I can usually find a way to influence the course of the change or make the change work for me.

When I have a problem to solve or a decision to make, I usually spend time defining the problem or decision.

I have friends I can turn to when I am frustrated, confused, angry, or uncertain.

I view change, even difficult and challenging change as an opportunity for me to learn and grow.

I am able to empathize with others’ frustrations, hurts, joys, misfortunes, and successes.

When I face great challenges, I feel like I have the capability to respond to the challenge positively (or to meet them).

When I face difficult challenges, I can maintain confidence in my ability — one way or another — to overcome the challenge.

I think and speak positively about myself and my abilities when facing a challenge or stress.

When I am feeling stressed I take time to step away from the situation and refocus to calm down.

I realize that I have missed opportunities in life due to my fear of risk.

I find it easy to build lasting friendships.

I am open to trying new places and things

I am able to prioritize what's important, to help me focus on what I need to work on.

Even when I am faced with a task that's difficult to do, I am able to stick with the job until it's complete.

In social interactions at work and in my personal life, I am generally able to laugh at myself when appropriate.

I have a rather good idea of what I want to accomplish in my work and life.

In stressful situations I am able to maintain positive relationships with others.

I usually try to get down to the root cause of a problem before I try to solve it.

When I set goals I can stick to them until I complete them.

I see the problems that I face in life and at work as challenges that I can solve.

I take time on a regular basis for meditation, prayer or reflection.

When I am in a toxic environment or situation, I have the courage to leave.

I am open to seeking forgiveness or forgiving others after a conflict.

I know what I need to do to achieve my personal and professional goals.

When I am confused about what I need to do or the choices I need to make, I am able to step back and gain perspective.

I am able to meet both my needs and the needs of others in a changing environment.

I look for something to be grateful for every day.

I am able to remain true to myself while accommodating other’s needs.

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