The “Lion, Otter, Golden Retriever, and Beaver” test was developed by Dr. Gary Smalley and Dr. John Trent. I stumbled upon this test a few days back and it was extremely simple to analyse myself and introspect.

This test is a lot of fun, give it a try.
I have one question , do you know yourself?

Nevertheless , let's find out.

Instructions

1. Rate each blank on the horizontal line from 1-4. 4 being the item that resembles to you the most and 1 being the item that never does.

2. Add the data vertically
   For example in the first line , I like authority and that’s exactly who I am , so I’ll rate that a 4. Next being enthusiastic=3 , sensitive feelings=2 and likes instruction=1. Because I hate instructions, and that’s not who I am. So accordingly rate all the items from 1-4 and add the data vertically.

3. ____ Likes authority ____Enthusiastic ____ Sensitive Feelings ____Likes Instruction

4. ____ Takes Charge ____Takes Risks ____ Loyal ____ Accurate

5. ____ Determined ____ Visionary ____ Calm ____Consistent

6. ____ Enterprising ____ Verbal ____ Enjoys Routine ____ Predictable

7. ____ Competitive ____ Promoter ____ Dislikes Change ____ Practical

8. ____ Problem Solver ____ Enjoys Popularity ____ Gives in To Others ____ Factual

9. ____ Productive ____ Fun-loving ____ Avoids Confrontations ____ Responsible

10. ____ Bold ____ Likes Variety ____ Sensitive ____ Prefers Perfection

11. ____ Decision Maker ____ Spontaneous ____ Nurturing ____ Detail Oriented

12. ____ Persistent ____ Inspirational ____ Peace Maker ____ Analytical

So, which column has the highest total? Don’t look at the answers before rating all the items and calculating the total.

Column 1 : Lion

• Likes Authority
• Takes Charge
• Determined
• Confident
• Enjoys Challenges
• Problem Solver
• Adventurous
• Controlling

Strenghs

Column 2: Otter

• Enthusiastic
• Takes Risks
• Visionary
• Motivator
• Energetic
• Very Verbal
• Friendly
• Mixes Easily
• spontaneous
• Inspirational

Column 3: Golden Retriever

• Sensitive Feelings
• Loyal
• Calm
• Non demanding
• Avoids Confrontations
• Enjoys Routine
• Dry Humor
• Thoughtful
• Patient
• Good Listener

Column 4 :

• Enjoys Instructions
• Accurate
• Consistent
• Controlled
• Reserved
• Predictable
• Orderly

I'm a Golden retriever , what are you?

#psychology #life

Source:

• http://www.nacada.ksu.edu/Portals/0/CandIGDivision/documents/2014AC%20-%20Smalley%20Personality%20Inventory.pdf
• Images and gifs taken from pixabay and giphy respectively.