sense of belonging quiz

Do you feel like you have a place in this world? Take this quick 25-question quiz to measure your current sense of belonging.


1. I feel like I have to hide parts of myself to fit in.
2. I spend time alone when I wish I were with other people.
3. I don't feel fully at home with any group of people.
4. I could disappear for days and no one would notice.
5. I feel rooted in a community that matters to me.
6. I feel like my presence matters to the causes or groups I'm part of.
7. Even in a room full of people, I can feel completely alone.
8. I have at least one person I can talk to about almost anything.
9. I feel I belong to something larger than myself.
10. I often feel like an afterthought in other people's lives.
11. I am regularly included in plans and gatherings.
12. I often feel like people include me out of politeness rather than genuine desire for my company.
13. There are people I can be quiet around without feeling like I need to perform.
14. I have a regular place or group where people know me and expect to see me.
15. I am accepted by the people who matter to me.
16. People reach out to me without waiting for me to make the first move.
17. I feel like an outsider.
18. I feel lonely.
19. I take part in traditions or rituals that make me feel connected to other people.
20. No one understands me.
21. I feel valued more for what I provide than for who I am.
22. I have no one I can turn to when I really need help.
23. I am satisfied with my social life overall.
24. The people I care about make room for me in their lives.
25. There are people whose lives are better because I am part of them.