Do You Think With an Abundance Mindset or Scarcity Mindset?
Is your default perspective one of abundance or scarcity? This quick, revealing quiz uncovers whether you naturally focus on opportunities and gratitude, limitations and fear, practical balance, or situational flexibility—and how that influences your life path.
Do You Think With an Abundance Mindset or Scarcity Mindset?
Question 1 of 5
When you think about resources (time, money, opportunities), what comes to mind?
There’s plenty to go around—I focus on creating and attracting more
I worry about running out—I often feel there’s not enough
It depends—some areas feel abundant, others feel scarce
I take a balanced view, acknowledging both abundance and realistic limits
How do you react to others’ success or good fortune?
I feel inspired and believe their success expands possibilities for everyoneI sometimes feel envious or worried it means less for meMy reaction varies—I can be happy for them but also compare myselfI appreciate their achievement while staying focused on my own journey
What’s your approach to taking risks or trying new things?
I see risks as exciting opportunities—the potential upside feels expansiveI avoid risks because I fear loss and negative consequencesI take calculated risks after careful consideration of pros and consMy risk tolerance changes depending on the situation and my current resources
How do you handle setbacks or perceived failures?
I view them as temporary and believe better opportunities are comingI see them as confirmation that things are scarce and hard to attainI see them as mixed signals—sometimes I bounce back, sometimes I get discouragedI accept them as part of life and focus on learning and adjusting
What’s your relationship with gratitude and appreciation?
I practice gratitude regularly and feel genuinely abundant in many areasI struggle to feel grateful because I’m often focused on what’s lackingI feel grateful sometimes, but other times I’m preoccupied with shortagesI maintain a balanced appreciation for what I have while acknowledging areas for growth