If you’re too anxious to try something new, take the test to see what could be stopping you…
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W ant to book a luxurious holiday, change your job or meet a new partner? Or simply do things differently once in a while, but there’s something inside that stops you? All too often the only thing blocking us is that voice inside our heads. Answer the questions below to find out what might be standing in the way of your dreams and then discover how to overcome it.
THE QUIZ
Tick the answer that matches you the most, then read on to see how you score…
1You want to book a holiday this summer, but…
AYou’ll look dreadful in shorts.
BThe last break you booked was a disaster.
C Destinations look great in the brochure, but never live up to the hype.
DYou worry about coping with travel delays, the heat and change of routine.
2You’re unhappy in your job, but you don’t apply for a new one because…
AYou don’t come across well in interviews.
B You remember all the ridiculous things you said in your last interview.
CAny new job will probably be just as rubbish as your current one.
D You probably couldn’t do the job anyway, and what if you froze in the interview?
3You want to get fitter and back into shape but…
AYou can’t face the gym with all those lithe bodies and judgy stares.
B The last time you tried, it ended in tears.
CYou’ll never be able to achieve the body or fitness level you want.
D You start to panic at the mere thought of pulling on some trainers.
4You’d like to find someone special, but the thought of going on a date makes you feel…
ASick – thinking about what to wear and how your date would feel about you.
B Weary – you remember how much effort going on a date always takes.
CDepressed – bet the man of your dreams doesn’t even exist.
D Anxious – about where to go, what to say and whether you’d get on.
5You’d like to rock a new look, but…
AYou feel safe how you are – it’s always worked well for you.
B Remember the last time you let your hairdresser loose and you tried those hot pants? Eek!
CWhat’s the point? You’ll never look as hot as Elle Macpherson!
What if your new look didn’t suit you?
6There’s a new hobby/club you fancy trying. But…
AYou couldn’t bear the thought of walking into a room full of strangers
