Mental rigidity is the opposite of mental flexibility. It is one of the most important personality traits to measure, and it says a lot about a person.
People who are high on rigidity have difficulty with adapting to new environments, tend to think in terms of stereotypes and may seem argumentative or oppositional. On the positive side, rigidity is associated with goal-oriented behavior.
Mental flexibility is a trait that helps you adjust to new circumstances, deal with different kinds of people and build better relationships. It also allows you to see new possibilities and think outside the box.
To test your mental flexibility / rigidity, check all that apply.
I don’t take myself too seriously.
True
False
I don’t take breaks while working.
True
False
I take time to listen to opinions of other people.
True
False
Sometimes I get stuck in my thinking and can’t see new possibilities.
True
False
I don’t procrastinate.
True
False
I am good at multitasking.
True
False
I like to plan things in advance.
True
False
I am spontaneous.
True
False
I don’t have a habit of double-checking things.
True
False
I can be friendly with people whose whose actions I don’t approve.
True
False
Sometimes I can’t focus very well.
True
False
I like people watching.
True
False
I can admit my mistakes.
True
False
I don’t over-explain myself to people who don’t want to understand.
True
False
I pursue my goals despite obstacles.
True
False
I love to travel and explore new things.
True
False
I am easily distracted.
True
False
I don’t get angry easily.
True
False
I am open to new experiences.
True
False
I hate distractions.
True
False
I always notice changes in my surroundings.
True
False
I am very orderly.
True
False
I often say “no” to things without even thinking.
True
False
I defend my point of view until everybody agrees with me.
True
False
I prefer familiar things.
True
False
I am a very persistent person.
True
False
I keep my promises.
True
False
I always finish what I start.
True
False
I was told I am stubborn.
True
False
I enjoy perfecting my skills.
True
False
0-9: Low rigidity / High mental flexibility
10-19: Moderate rigidity / Moderate mental flexibility
20-30: High rigidity / Low mental flexibility
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