Avoidance Profile
Statement
[ ] I avoid talking about myself.
[ ] I avoid speaking in front of groups.
[ ] I avoid speaking spontaneously in groups.
[ ] I avoid conference calls.
[ ] I avoid initiating.
[ ] I avoid accepting challenges.
[ ] I’m afraid that if I try something and can’t do it, people will think I’m a failure.
[ ] I cut situations short even when I’m enjoying myself because I fear others are bored with me….
[ ] I tend to put things off.
[ ] I often think or say “I don’t feel like it.”
[ ] I avoid solving problems in a timely fashion.
[ ] I make excuses to avoid things I think I’ll do poorly.
[ ] I fear taking on added responsibility at work.
[ ] I avoid interacting with authority figures.
[ ] If I make a mistake, I try to cover it up to avoid a confrontation.
[ ] I avoid conflict.
[ ] I avoid communication in general.
[ ] I avoid talking about my feelings.
[ ] I avoid developing ideas.
[ ] I avoid sharing ideas.
[ ] I avoid being in touch with my feelings.
[ ] I avoid bringing uncomfortable thoughts to a conscious level.
[ ] When people interact with me spontaneously, I try to avoid the situation.
[ ] I avoid asking questions.
[ ] I avoid eye contact.
[ ] I avoid answering the phone.
[ ] I am resistant to change in my work environment.
[ ] Other
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