What is your High Achiever Style?

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Quiz Questions

1.
How often do you prioritize your well-being when pursuing your goals?
- A.
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  I always make my well-being a top priority
- B.
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  I sometimes prioritize my wellbeing.
- C.
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  I rarely prioritize my wellbeing
2.
During down-time and days off, which best describes you?
- A.
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  "I'm able to disconnect and feel present and relaxed. I can easily shift my mind away from work/tasks."
- B.
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  "I'm mostly able to relax and feel present during my downtime, and my mind thinks about tasks/responsibilities <50% of the time.
- C.
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  "I am somewhat able to relax and feel present, however my mind tends to stay busy and focus on tasks >50% of the time"
- D.
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  "I struggle to feel present, and my mind is often busy thinking about everything that needs to get done and personal responsibilities."
3.
Which of the following best describes you when it comes to accepting help?
- A.
  Asking for help is difficult and I tend to do things myself.
- B.
  I rarely ask for help, but occasionally I will seek it out.
- C.
  I often ask for help and I'm willing to accept it.
4.
When I feel overwhelmed, I tend to:
- A.
  Take a break, take care of myself, and not feel guilty for it
- B.
  Take a break and honor my needs, but I feel guilty that I'm not productive
- C.
  Hop on my phone or distract myself and then go back to working
- D.
  Add more on my plate and continue to work
5.
How often do you find yourself saying: "I just have to get through this then I can... (relax, take a break, be present, etc)?
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- A.
  All the time
- B.
  Most of the time
- C.
  Occasionally
- D.
  Never
6.
How often do you feel the impacts of stress in you body? (tension/pain/inflammation/headaches/digestive issues)
- A.
  Never, I'm healthy.
- B.
  Occasionally I experience symptoms
- C.
  Often, I experience these symptoms
- D.
  All the time my body is impacted.
7.
Which of the following best describes your sleep quality?
- A.
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  "I struggle to fall asleep and stay asleep most nights."
- B.
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  "I frequently have sleep disturbances."
- C.
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  "Occasionally my sleep is impacted, but I mostly feel rested."
- D.
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  "I'm asleep the minute my head hits the pillow and I feel rested in the morning."
8.
Which of the following statements resonates with you the most?
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- A.
  "I feel a sense of worth when I am productive and cross things off my list, but I feel shameful when I do not"
- B.
  "I tend to feel better about myself when I am productive and I tend to feel worse when I am not, but never shameful"
- C.
  "I feel a deep sense of worth regardless of whether I am productive or not"
9.
When I'm feeling exhausted and edgy, I tend to:
- A.
  Take a moment, bring awareness to them, honor my feelings and try to understand their messages.
- B.
  I give myself a moment, but I do not have a strategy that improves the way I feel
- C.
  I recognize how I am feeling, but I continue to stay productive.
- D.
  Suppress or ignore them and keep my energy at the task at hand
10.
How true is this statement for you: I tend to be critical of myself.
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- A.
  Very true for me
- B.
  Often true for me
- C.
  Rarely true for me
- D.
  Never
11.
How would you describe your overall energy level?
- A.
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  I'm ready to go! I feel elevated energy levels most days.
- B.
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  I tend to have higher levels of energy and rarely feel fatigued.
- C.
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  I often feel tired, but I have enough energy to accomplish my daily tasks.
- D.
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  I feel like I'm running on fumes and even little tasks become a struggle.
12.
When faced with a stressful situation, how do you typically respond?
- A.
  I remain calm and focused
- B.
  I feel overwhelmed and anxious
- C.
  I become easily agitated and reactive
13.
How confident are you in your ability to regulate your nervous system during high-stress periods?
- A.
  I am very confident in my ability to regulate my nervous system
- B.
  I have some confidence but could improve
- C.
  I struggle to regulate my nervous system during high-stress periods
- D.
  I do not know what nervous system regulation is
14.
How often do you incorporate self-care practices into your daily routine?
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- A.
  I make self-care a priority and practice it daily
- B.
  I incorporate self-care practices several times a week
- C.
  I rarely make time for self-care
15.
Do you have a support system in place to help you manage your mind and health?
- A.
  Yes, I have a strong support system that I can rely on
- B.
  I have some support, but could benefit from more
- C.
  I don't have a support system in place
16.
How well do you stick to your convictions when it comes to taking care of your mind and body?
- A.
  I am very consistent and dedicated to taking care of my mind and body
- B.
  I sometimes struggle to stay committed to taking care of my mind and body
- C.
  I often neglect taking care of my mind and body
17.
What happens if you don't prioritize your well-being and neglect to manage your mind and health?
- A.
  I burn out and become overwhelmed with stress
- B.
  I experience physical symptoms of stress and fatigue
- C.
  I feel mentally drained and find it difficult to focus and concentrate
- D.
  All of the above
- E.
  None of the above
18.
Which of the following best describes your current level of self-awareness?
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  I am highly self-aware and in tune with my thoughts and emotions
- B.
  I am somewhat self-aware, but could improve
- C.
  I am not very self-aware and struggle to understand my thoughts and emotions

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You're a Harmonious High Achiever
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You excel at balancing work and self-care and have mastered the art of finding harmony between your needs and productivity. You understand that taking care of yourself is not only essential for your well-being but also enhances your ability to perform at your best in all areas of life. You are proactive in prioritizing self-care and recognize the value it brings to your overall productivity, creativity, and happiness. You have developed a strategy that allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance and consistently make time for activities that rejuvenate and nourish your mind, body, and soul. By effectively managing your time and priorities, you create space in your schedule for self-care practices. You have established healthy boundaries and are comfortable saying no to tasks or commitments that may interfere with your well-being. This allows you to avoid burnout and maintain a sustainable level of productivity. In addition, you are self-aware and in tune with your own needs. You actively listen to your body and mind, recognizing signs of fatigue or stress, and take proactive steps to address them before they escalate. You engage in regular exercise, practice mindfulness or meditation, and engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. You also understand the importance of rest and rejuvenation. You make it a priority to get sufficient sleep and incorporate downtime into your schedule. You recognize that adequate rest is crucial for maintaining focus, creativity, and overall well-being. Moreover, you place importance on maintaining a healthy support system. You cultivate strong relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, and actively seek out social interactions and meaningful connections. This helps you combat feelings of isolation or overwhelm and contributes to your overall sense of fulfillment and happiness. Lastly, you practice effective time management and prioritization techniques. You set clear goals and objectives, regularly assess your workload, and delegate tasks when necessary. By focusing on high-impact activities and eliminating unnecessary distractions, you optimize your productivity and create more time for self-care.Hey There!I'm Dr. Kelly Kessler. I'm a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the CEO and Founder of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys.I spent years of my life feeling like nothing I did was ever good enough and that I was never enough. I continually sought achievement and "perfection" in my life to fill the deep void within myself. In the pursuit of searching outside myself for my worth and grinding day in and day out to achieve, I was compromising myself. I neglected my own needs, suppressed my emotions, and continued to take care of everyone and everything besides myself. My physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing took a toll and I lived with an eating disorder, had chronic back pain for years, and dealt with panic attacks all stemming from the same limiting beliefs that plagued me. Though my own healing journey, I have transformed my life and no long live with these burdens. I live with the mindset of abundance and believing that everything I went through was divinely placed in my life for a reason so that I could guide others in their pursuit of fulfillment and freedom. I have healed by cultivating the power of my mind and my nervous system and I now help others do the same. Here are some resources to help you regulate your nervous system, transform your mind, and your life✨1. Listen and subscribe to my Podcast, Rewiring Health. In this podcast, I blend experience, expert information, and simple actionable steps to transform your mindset and restore a sense of balance and connection in your life. 2.Check out my most popular FREE resources:Daily Habits ChecklistBreathwork Guide3. Get on the waitlist for Thriving Under Pressure: Mastering the Art of High Achievement and Inner HarmonyIn this 8-week program, you have structure and clarity to go from feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and tense to knowing how to regulate your nervous system to feel energized, connected, calm, and present.Release the limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns.Learn how to actually make self-care work for you and not feel like another job.Feel a new-found energy to start doing the things that bring you joy!Let go of the tension you are holding in your body.Kick negative-thinking cycles to the curb and feel lighter to embrace each day!
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You're an… Aware Achiever
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You are driven, ambitious, and constantly seeking to accomplish more. You have a strong work ethic and are motivated by the desire to succeed and excel in your endeavors. However, your relentless pursuit of productivity often leads you to neglect your own needs and well-being. You are aware of the importance of self-care and recognize that you need to devote more time and energy to yourself. You understand that neglecting your own needs can lead to burnout, fatigue, and a decreased ability to perform at your best. You occasionally feel tired, overwhelmed, and you are constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, both personal and professional. Despite this awareness, you struggle to break free from your old patterns of working and find it challenging to develop a sustainable strategy for self-care. This may be due to your deeply ingrained habits, fear of missing out on opportunities, or a belief that productivity is the key to success. Deep in your heart, you dream of sustainable success, where work and personal life could intertwine seamlessly. You yearn for work-life integration, where you could be fully present in the at work and still have quality time to cherish with loved ones. You wish for productivity with purpose, where every task was meaningful and aligned with their values and goals.You also long for personal fulfillment. You want to find a sense of purpose beyond the accolades, a deep-rooted joy that would fill their days with meaning. You also yearn for resilience, the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to change with grace and confidence. Hey There!I'm Dr. Kelly Kessler. I'm a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the CEO and Founder of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys.I spent years of my life feeling like nothing I did was ever good enough and that I was never enough. I continually sought achievement and "perfection" in my life to fill the deep void within myself. In the pursuit of searching outside myself for my worth and grinding day in and day out to achieve, I was compromising myself. I neglected my own needs, suppressed my emotions, and continued to take care of everyone and everything besides myself. My physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing took a toll and I lived with an eating disorder, had chronic back pain for years, and dealt with panic attacks all stemming from the same limiting beliefs that plagued me. Though my own healing journey, I have transformed my life and no long live with these burdens. I live with the mindset of abundance and believing that everything I went through was divinely placed in my life for a reason so that I could guide others in their pursuit of fulfillment and freedom. I have healed by cultivating the power of my mind and my nervous system and I now help others do the same. Here are some resources to help you regulate your nervous system, transform your mind, and your life✨1. Listen and subscribe to my Podcast, Rewiring Health. In this podcast, I blend experience, expert information, and simple actionable steps to transform your mindset and restore a sense of balance and connection in your life. 2.Check out my most popular FREE resources:Daily Habits ChecklistBreathwork Guide3. Get on the waitlist for Thriving Under Pressure: Mastering the Art of High Achievement and Inner HarmonyIn this 8-week program, you have structure and clarity to go from feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and tense to knowing how to regulate your nervous system to feel energized, connected, calm, and present.Release the limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns.Learn how to actually make self-care work for you and not feel like another job.Feel a new-found energy to start doing the things that bring you joy!Let go of the tension you are holding in your body.Kick negative-thinking cycles to the curb and feel lighter to embrace each day!
3.
You’re a... Over Extending Achiever
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You are driven to succeed, you invest a lot of time into work and productivity. You try to fit in time for self-care, time for family, and time to take care of miscellaneous tasks, but it leaves you feeling frequently overwhelmed and spread thin. You feel there are not enough hours in the day to take care of it all, yet you tirelessly pursue all aspects of your life with unwavering determination.As you see achievement in your life, you also feel the pressure to show up at all hours. Burnout looms. Sleep becomes increasingly more difficulty and weekends seems to get filled with all the obligations you couldn't take care of during the week. The pursuit of success had come at a great cost.Amidst the chaos, you long for balance. You deeply desire a life where work and personal fulfillment could coexist harmoniously. The pressure to pour into achievement, relationships, self-care, and hobbies becomes increasingly apparent. The relentless pursuit of perfection seems to consume your energy and leaving it more difficult to feel joy and connection.Overwhelm, the never-ending to-do lists, and competing priorities seem like a constant battle. The pressure to excel in every aspect of life leaves you feeling stretched thin and on the verge of collapse, yet you seem to muster enough energy to keep it all going.Deep in your heart, you dream of sustainable success, where work and personal life could intertwine seamlessly. You yearn for work-life integration, where you could be fully present in the at work and still have quality time to cherish with loved ones. You wish for productivity with purpose, where every task was meaningful and aligned with their values and goals.You also long for personal fulfillment. You want to find a sense of purpose beyond the accolades, a deep-rooted joy that would fill their days with meaning. You also yearn for resilience, the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to change with grace and confidence. As the days turned into months, and the months turned into years, you hold out for that “one day” when things will settle down and you won't feel like you are running on fumes. Hey There!I'm Dr. Kelly Kessler. I'm a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the CEO and Founder of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys.I spent years of my life feeling like nothing I did was ever good enough and that I was never enough. I continually sought achievement and "perfection" in my life to fill the deep void within myself. In the pursuit of searching outside myself for my worth and grinding day in and day out to achieve, I was compromising myself. I neglected my own needs, suppressed my emotions, and continued to take care of everyone and everything besides myself. My physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing took a toll and I lived with an eating disorder, had chronic back pain for years, and dealt with panic attacks all stemming from the same limiting beliefs that plagued me. Though my own healing journey, I have transformed my life and no long live with these burdens. I live with the mindset of abundance and believing that everything I went through was divinely placed in my life for a reason so that I could guide others in their pursuit of fulfillment and freedom. I have healed by cultivating the power of my mind and my nervous system and I now help others do the same. Here are some resources to help you regulate your nervous system, transform your mind, and your life✨1. Listen and subscribe to my Podcast, Rewiring Health. In this podcast, I blend experience, expert information, and simple actionable steps to transform your mindset and restore a sense of balance and connection in your life. 2.Check out my most popular FREE resources:Daily Habits ChecklistBreathwork Guide3. Get on the waitlist for Thriving Under Pressure: Mastering the Art of High Achievement and Inner HarmonyIn this 8-week program, you have structure and clarity to go from feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and tense to knowing how to regulate your nervous system to feel energized, connected, calm, and present.Release the limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns.Learn how to actually make self-care work for you and not feel like another job.Feel a new-found energy to start doing the things that bring you joy!Let go of the tension you are holding in your body.Kick negative-thinking cycles to the curb and feel lighter to embrace each day!
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You're a… Productivity Prioritizer
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You are driven to succeed, putting work and productivity above all else. Day and night, you tirelessly pursue career goals, striving for excellence with unwavering determination.As you see achievement in your life, you also feel the pressure to show up at all hours. Burnout looms. Late nights turned into sleepless nights, and weekends became an elusive concept. The pursuit of success had come at a great cost.Amidst the chaos, you long for balance. You deeply desire a life where work and personal fulfillment could coexist harmoniously. The pain of neglecting relationships, self-care, and hobbies becomes increasingly apparent. The relentless pursuit of perfection has left little room for joy and connection.Overwhelm, the never-ending to-do lists and competing priorities seem like a constant battle. The pressure to excel in every aspect of life leaves you feeling stretched thin and on the verge of collapse.Deep in your heart, you dream of sustainable success, where work and personal life could intertwine seamlessly. You yearn for work-life integration, where you could be fully present in the office and still have quality time to cherish with loved ones. You wish for productivity with purpose, where every task was meaningful and aligned with their values and goals.You also long for personal fulfillment. You want to find a sense of purpose beyond the accolades, a deep-rooted joy that would fill their days with meaning. You also yearn for resilience, the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to change with grace and confidence. As the days turned into months, and the months turned into years, you hold out for that “one day” when you will finally be able to take care of yourself. Hey There!I'm Dr. Kelly Kessler. I'm a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the CEO and Founder of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys.I spent years of my life feeling like nothing I did was ever good enough and that I was never enough. I continually sought achievement and "perfection" in my life to fill the deep void within myself. In the pursuit of searching outside myself for my worth and grinding day in and day out to achieve, I was compromising myself. I neglected my own needs, suppressed my emotions, and continued to take care of everyone and everything besides myself. My physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing took a toll and I lived with an eating disorder, had chronic back pain for years, and dealt with panic attacks all stemming from the same limiting beliefs that plagued me. Though my own healing journey, I have transformed my life and no long live with these burdens. I live with the mindset of abundance and believing that everything I went through was divinely placed in my life for a reason so that I could guide others in their pursuit of fulfillment and freedom. I have healed by cultivating the power of my mind and my nervous system and I now help others do the same. Here are some resources to help you regulate your nervous system, transform your mind, and your life✨1. Listen and subscribe to my Podcast, Rewiring Health. In this podcast, I blend experience, expert information, and simple actionable steps to transform your mindset and restore a sense of balance and connection in your life. 2.Check out my most popular FREE resources:Daily Habits ChecklistBreathwork Guide3. Get on the waitlist for Thriving Under Pressure: Mastering the Art of High Achievement and Inner HarmonyIn this 8-week program, you have structure and clarity to go from feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and tense to knowing how to regulate your nervous system to feel energized, connected, calm, and present.Release the limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns.Learn how to actually make self-care work for you and not feel like another job.Feel a new-found energy to start doing the things that bring you joy!Let go of the tension you are holding in your body.Kick negative-thinking cycles to the curb and feel lighter to embrace each day!