If you were asked right now if you want to get into a new relationship, what would your answer be? Would you end up saying that you are scared of relationships? If you are scared of relationships, it might be because of something that you have experienced in the past. There may be other people that you have seen who were traumatized.
Love can be amazing, but it can also hurt. There are moments when love may not be a positive thing for us. Yet, there are also moments when you will just feel that you are overwhelmingly in love. Being committed is an entirely different thing, though. This 'Why am I scared of relationships" quiz is something that you can take right now to understand your motivations better.
1. What is the most common fear that prevents people from fully committing to a relationship?
A. Fear of rejection
B. Fear of success
C. Fear of spiders
2. Which of the following may contribute to a fear of relationships in some individuals?
A. Low self-esteem
B. Love for adventure
C. Regular exercise routine
3. What attachment style is often associated with fear of relationships and emotional avoidance?
A. Secure attachment
B. Anxious attachment
C. Avoidant attachment
4. Which past experiences could influence the fear of relationships?
A. Positive and supportive childhood environment
B. Past betrayals or heartbreaks
C. Recent career success
5. Which coping mechanism might someone employ to avoid getting too close in a relationship due to fear?
A. Open communication and vulnerability
B. Avoiding any conflicts and disagreements
C. Spending quality time together
6. Do you stalk your ex or get disturbed when you see them?
A. Yes
B. No, I have never been in a relationship before
C. No, why would I stalk them?
7. Have you ever tried to be in a relationship with someone else while in another relationship?
A. No, I am still too hurt to get into a relationship; I can’t even think of getting into two
B. Yes, I was confused
C. No
8. Do you ghost someone when you feel that you are starting to like the person?
A. No
B. Yes
C. No
D. It depends on how the person makes me feel
E. It depends on how the person makes me feel
9. Have you been hurt before?
A. Yes
B. No
C. I have, but I do not let it bother me
10. Were you cheated on in the past?
A. Yes
B. No
C. I am not sure
11. Do you have trust issues?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Not really
12. Were you abused by your former partner?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Not really
13. Do you still carry the baggage of your previous relationship/s?
A. Yes
B. No
C. I am not sure
14. Is there someone that comes to mind when you think of the word “hurt?”
A. Yes
B. No
C. �There is no specific person in mind
15. Does commitment scare you?
A. Yes
B. No
C. I am not sure yet
