How Stubborn Am I Quiz: See How Hard It Is to Change Your Mind

1. A friend points out that you made a mistake in an argument. What is your first reaction?

I immediately defend my original point — I probably wasn't wrong.

I listen but I need a lot of convincing before I'll admit I was wrong.

I consider their point carefully and admit it if they're right.

I quickly acknowledge the mistake and thank them for pointing it out.

2. How do you feel when someone disagrees with your opinion?

Frustrated — I know I'm right and I'll prove it.

Energized — I love a good debate and I'll defend my view strongly.

Curious — I wonder if they have a point I haven't considered.

Comfortable — different opinions are totally fine with me.

3. You've been doing something a certain way for years. Someone suggests a better method. What do you do?

Stick with my way — if it isn't broken, don't fix it.

Hear them out but probably keep doing it my way unless they really convince me.

Give their method a fair trial and switch if it's genuinely better.

Try their method right away — I love learning new approaches.

4. During a group project, the team votes to go in a direction you disagree with. How do you respond?

Keep pushing my idea — I know it's the right one.

Voice my concerns one more time, then reluctantly go along.

Accept the group decision and contribute my best to making it work.

Fully embrace the new direction and get excited about it.

5. How often do you change your mind about something important after a conversation?

Almost never — my views are well thought out.

Rarely — it takes a very strong argument to shift me.

Sometimes — if the reasoning is solid, I'll update my view.

Often — I'm always open to new information.

6. A new restaurant opens and your friends want to try it. You prefer your usual spot. What happens?

I push hard for the usual place — why risk a bad meal?

I express my preference but eventually go along if everyone insists.

I suggest we try the new place this time and the usual spot next time.

I'm excited to try something new — let's go!

7. Someone shows you data that contradicts your long-held belief. How do you react?

I question the data — it must be flawed or biased.

I look for counter-evidence before even considering changing my view.

I study the data carefully and update my belief if it's credible.

I immediately reconsider my belief — data doesn't lie.

8. How do you handle feedback on your work?

I feel defensive — I put a lot of thought into my work.

I listen politely but usually stick with my original approach.

I take the feedback seriously and make changes where it makes sense.

I welcome all feedback and try to implement as much as possible.

9. You're in a heated argument and realize you might be wrong. What do you do?

Keep arguing — admitting defeat mid-argument feels impossible.

Slow down the argument but wait until later to reconsider privately.

Pause and say 'You might have a point — let me think about that.'

Immediately say 'You're right, I was wrong' and move on.

10. How do you feel about changing your daily routine?

Very uncomfortable — my routine works and I don't want to mess with it.

A bit uneasy — I'd need a good reason to change it.

Fine with it if the change makes sense and has a clear benefit.

Excited — I love shaking things up and trying new routines.

11. A family member keeps giving you advice you didn't ask for. How do you handle it?

I make it clear I didn't ask and I'll do things my way.

I listen politely but internally dismiss most of what they say.

I listen and occasionally pick out the useful bits to consider.

I appreciate the input and genuinely reflect on all of it.

12. Which of these phrases feels most like something you would say?

'I've made up my mind and that's final.'

'You'll need a very strong argument to change my mind.'

'I'm open to changing my mind if you make a good case.'

'Tell me more — I might be totally wrong about this.'

13. How do you react when plans change at the last minute?

Very frustrated — I had everything planned and now it's ruined.

Annoyed but I manage to adapt after some grumbling.

Mildly inconvenienced but I adjust without much trouble.

Totally fine — I actually enjoy spontaneous changes.

14. When you make a decision, how often do you second-guess yourself afterward?

Almost never — I trust my decisions completely.

Rarely — I'm pretty confident in my choices.

Sometimes — I reflect on whether I made the best call.

Often — I'm always wondering if another option was better.

15. Someone you respect deeply tells you that you need to change a certain behavior. How do you respond?

I appreciate their concern but I don't think I need to change.

I take it seriously but need time and more evidence before acting on it.

I reflect on it honestly and make a genuine effort to change if they're right.

I immediately commit to changing — their opinion means a lot to me.