How about a Happiness Audit?

Find out where you are to find out where you can improve

A happiness audit is a great tool for assessing someone's overall well-being and life satisfaction. Here's a 12-question audit you can use to determine how happy someone is. Each question can be answered on a scale of 1-5, where 1 is "Strongly Disagree" and 5 is "Strongly Agree."

12-Question Happiness Audit

1. Life Satisfaction:
   I feel satisfied with the overall direction of my life.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

2. Meaning and Purpose:
   I feel like my life has meaning and purpose.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

3. Emotional Well-being:
   I regularly experience positive emotions like joy, gratitude, and contentment.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

4. Work Satisfaction:
   I am happy and fulfilled with my current work or career situation.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

5. Personal Relationships:
   I have strong, meaningful connections with my family and friends.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

6. Physical Well-being:
   I feel physically healthy and take care of my body through exercise, sleep, and nutrition.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

7. Stress Management:
   I effectively manage stress and can bounce back from challenging situations.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

8. Financial Security:
   I feel financially secure and comfortable with my current financial situation.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

9. Growth and Learning:
   I am constantly learning, growing, and seeking new experiences.

   • (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

10. Self-Acceptance:
    I accept myself for who I am and feel confident in my own skin.

• (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

11. Work-Life Balance:
    I have a good balance between my work life and personal life.

• (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

12. Gratitude Practice:
    I regularly practice gratitude and focus on the good things in my life.

• (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

Scoring:

• 48–60: You’re thriving! You have a strong sense of happiness and fulfillment.

• 36–47: You’re doing well, but there may be areas of your life where you could boost your happiness.

• 24–35: You may be content in some areas, but others need attention to enhance your overall happiness.

• 12–23: You're struggling to find happiness in key areas, and it's important to focus on what will help you improve well-being.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this happiness audit. Remember, this is not a final judgment of your happiness but rather a snapshot of where you are today. If your score wasn't as high as you'd like, that's okay—acknowledging where you are is the first step toward creating a more fulfilling and joyful life. Happiness is a journey, and every small step you take to improve your well-being matters. Use this audit as a guide to identify areas where you can focus your energy and start making positive changes.

You have the power to grow, adapt, and create a life that brings you more joy and purpose, one day at a time. Keep going—you’ve already taken an important step just by being here.

Keep it tuned to The Happiness Practices for tips on how you can increase your happiness, one decision at a time.