Emotional Triggers Quiz: Holiday Edition

1. Anger

A. Catching your child unwrapping gifts early.

B. Experiencing travel delays due to weather.

C. Not getting the gift you specifically asked for.

D. Hosting out-of-town relatives at your home for the week.

2. Sadness

A. Missing loved ones you're not able to celebrate with (i.e., they live far away or have passed away).

B. Being alone over the holidays.

C. Watching emotional holiday movies like, "It's a Wonderful Life" or "A Christmas Carol."

D. Seeing the gift you gave not being met with the enthusiastic reception you were hoping for.

3. Fear

A. Worrying about missing your flight.

B. Anticipating arguments among family members over heated topics.

C. Walking or driving on ice, or getting caught in a blizzard.

D. Hanging decorations while balanced on a rickety ladder.

4. Surprise

A. Being gifted something you've always wanted but didn't ask for.

B. Showing up to a holiday party and realizing you are wearing the same outfit as someone else.

C. Getting a holiday bonus you weren't expecting.

D. Waking up to an unexpected snow day.

5. Disgust

A. Eating too many cookies and feeling sick.

B. Witnessing the extreme consumerism of the holiday season.

C. Cleaning up after/dealing with messy house guests.

D. Seeing a general lack of gratitude in those around you.

6. Contempt

A. When your sibling doesn't give you as good a gift as the one you got them.

B. When your boss enjoys a vacation but makes you work over the holidays.

C. Having your in-law criticize your religious practices, or lack thereof.

D. As a teenager, your parents restricting you from going to a holiday party while they go to their own!

7. Enjoyment

A. Volunteering or donating your time and/or money to help others.

B. Putting up decorations and enjoying the general ambiance.

C. Spending time with family and friends.

D. Eating/drinking your favorite holiday foods and beverages.

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