Test Result
Low Grit
“You are an explorer at heart, prioritizing novelty and new experiences over long-term specialization.”
Your Result: Low Grit
Score Range: 1.0 – 3.5
Your score suggests that you prioritize exploration and variety. You likely identify as a "scanner" or a "multipotentialite"—someone who loves the thrill of the beginning but feels suffocated by the grind of the middle. While society often praises "sticking with it," your strength lies in your ability to pivot, learn quickly, and adapt. However, you may feel frustrated if you find yourself constantly starting over without ever enjoying the fruits of long-term mastery.
"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." — Steve Jobs
Typical behaviors
- Novelty Seeking: You are the first to try a new hobby, app, or trend.
- Low Boredom Tolerance: As soon as a task becomes repetitive, you feel a physical urge to escape.
- Discouragement: Setbacks hit you hard; you might interpret a failure as a sign that "this isn't for me."
Strengths in this pattern
- Key: Adaptability. In a rapidly changing world, your willingness to let go of old ways is a massive asset.
- Key: Creativity. Because you dabble in many fields, you can connect ideas that specialists might miss.
Common pitfalls
The cost of constant switching:
- Lack of Depth: You may know a little about everything, but lack the deep expertise that commands high value.
- Self-Trust Issues: You might stop trusting yourself to finish things, leading to anxiety about the future.
"Reflection point: Is it truly 'not for me,' or is it just getting difficult?"
What you can do next
Small actions you can start today
- Micro-goals: Break big goals into tiny, 15-minute tasks. You don't need to run a marathon; just put on your shoes.
- Celebrate the middle: Reward yourself not for finishing, but for doing the work when you didn't feel like it.
Longer-term directions
- Commit to ONE thing: Choose one low-stakes hobby (like watering a plant) and commit to it for 6 months, no matter what.
- Reframe failure: Try to view setbacks as "data" rather than a judgment on your character.
Disclaimer and when to seek help
This test is for self-discovery only. A low score does not mean you are "lazy." However, if difficulty focusing is preventing you from functioning at work or school, consider screening for attention-related conditions with a professional.