DISCOVER YOUR SURVIVAL PATTERNS
The 5-minute quiz that reveals what’s really holding you back
You weren’t born this way—you were trained to survive. This quiz identifies the specific childhood survival patterns you’re still carrying as an adult, and what they’re costing you now.
TAKE THE QUIZ NOWAlready taken by over 5,000 adult survivors of childhood trauma
What You’ll Discover
Your Primary Survival Pattern
Identify whether you lean toward people-pleasing, perfectionism, control, disconnection, or overachievement as your main coping strategy.
Your Nervous System Response
Understand if you typically respond to threats through fight, flight, freeze, fawn, or a combination—and what that reveals about your past.
Your Emotional Blindspots
Uncover the emotions you were taught to ignore, suppress, or avoid—and how that’s impacting your relationships today.
Your Protection Mechanisms
Learn which behaviors you developed to feel safe in an unsafe environment—and why they may no longer serve you.
Your Next Steps
Receive personalized recommendations for beginning to address your specific patterns and reclaim your authentic self.
How The Quiz Works
Complete the 5-Minute Assessment
Answer a series of carefully crafted questions about your responses to various life situations, relationships, and emotional experiences.
Receive Your Pattern Profile
Get immediate access to your personalized results, showing your unique combination of survival patterns and their origins.
Understand Your Patterns Without Shame
Learn how each pattern served a crucial purpose in your childhood—and why it’s not your fault that you developed these responses.
Discover Your Path Forward
Receive tailored recommendations for beginning to release these patterns and reclaim your authentic self.
Why Understanding Your Patterns Matters
“You can’t fix what you can’t see.”
Until you recognize the specific patterns you’re carrying, they’ll continue to operate beneath your awareness, sabotaging your relationships, career, and happiness.
“This isn’t who you are—it’s who you had to be.”
Your patterns aren’t personality traits or character flaws—they’re adaptive strategies you developed to survive difficult circumstances. Seeing them this way opens the door to change.
“Your survival patterns kept you alive. Now they’re holding you back.”
What protected you then is now preventing you from experiencing authentic connection, peace, and fulfillment. It’s time to release what no longer serves you.
Begin Your Survival Patterns Quiz
In just 5 minutes, you’ll gain clarity about the patterns that have been running your life. This awareness is the first step toward freedom.
Ready to discover your survival patterns?
TAKE THE QUIZ NOWI respect your privacy. Your results are confidential and your email will never be shared.
What Others Have Discovered
“I’ve been in therapy for years, but this quiz pinpointed my people-pleasing pattern in a way nothing else has. It was like someone finally saw me clearly, without judgment.”
– Amanda L.
“When I saw my results, I literally gasped. It explained so much about why I feel constantly overwhelmed and why my relationships follow the same pattern. This was the wake-up call I needed.”
– David M.
“I’ve always beaten myself up for my perfectionism. This quiz helped me see it as a survival response, not a character flaw. That shift in perspective has been life-changing.”
– Sophia R.
From Lisa Melichar
I created this quiz because I know firsthand how transformative it is to finally recognize the patterns you’ve been carrying. As someone who’s lived both sides of the trauma cycle, I understand the weight of these survival strategies—and the freedom that comes from setting them down.
This quiz distills insights from my work with hundreds of adult survivors of childhood trauma, combined with my own healing journey. It’s designed to offer clarity without judgment and awareness without shame.
“You’ve been carrying the weight of your childhood survival patterns—and calling it personality. It’s time to see yourself clearly and begin the journey home to who you really are.”
Ready to See Yourself Clearly?
Take the first step toward understanding what’s been holding you back. Your patterns don’t define you—they’re just what kept you safe. It’s time to discover what freedom feels like.
TAKE THE QUIZ NOWFrequently Asked Questions
How long does the quiz take?
The quiz takes approximately 5 minutes to complete. We’ve designed it to be thorough yet efficient, respecting your time while still providing meaningful insights.
Is this quiz backed by research?
Yes, the quiz is based on established trauma research, polyvagal theory, attachment theory, and the Adult Children of Alcoholics framework. It’s also informed by patterns observed across hundreds of trauma survivors.
Will I receive spam after taking the quiz?
Absolutely not. You’ll receive your quiz results immediately, followed by occasional emails with resources specific to your pattern profile. You can unsubscribe at any time.
What if I don’t identify with my results?
While the quiz is designed to be accurate for most people, trauma responses are complex and individual. If your results don’t resonate, reach out to us—we’re happy to provide additional insights or resources.
What comes after the quiz?
After receiving your results, you’ll have the opportunity to explore free resources specific to your pattern profile. If you’re ready for deeper healing, you’ll also learn about programs designed to help you break free from these patterns for good.