materialism quiz

A 25 question quiz designed to measure your relationship with money and material things. What do you score?


1. There are more important values than money and material things.
2. Once your basic needs are met, there is very little relationship between money and happiness.
3. I enjoy going to fancy and luxurious places.
4. I often like to show off my new purchases (clothes, car, TV, etc.) to others.
5. I want to be rich at some point in my life.
6. I have a difficult time "letting go" of stuff (throwing things out, donating them, etc.)
7. Money is neither "good" nor "bad" – it's just a tool, and it's up to you how you use it.
8. I'm aware of advertisements and try to avoid too much exposure to them.
9. I enjoy gambling or making risky investments with my money.
10. I like to have the newest version of a product (such as phone, car, or video game system).
11. I get jealous when I see people with cool stuff that I don't have (or can't afford).
12. I often engage in "retail therapy" (shopping for new things when I'm feeling down to boost my mood).
13. I often compare my social status to others.
14. It's possible to have less than what I have now and still be happier.
15. Collecting "new experiences" is more important than collecting "new stuff."
16. I rarely stress out about money.
17. My value as a person isn’t determined by my salary or income.
18. I use money in harmony with my values and goals in life.
19. I make impulsive purchases and have trouble managing my finances responsibly.
20. I'm a light traveler (I don't need much if I'm going on vacation for a week).
21. It would be easier to build relationships in my life if only I had more money.
22. I treat people equally regardless of their wealth or status.
23. I think a lot about my physical appearance and how I look to others.
24. I enjoy spending my time and money helping others (such as charity or volunteer work).
25. I enjoy shopping for new things.