Authenticity Test
Authenticity Level:
/ 100
The Authenticity Spectrum
0–40: The Echo Stage — Imitator
You may be living according to others’ expectations, avoiding conflict, or not yet asking the hard questions. This is where most people begin—wearing masks without realizing it. Your journey starts with noticing.41–60: The Friction Stage — Disruptor
You’ve started to feel the cracks in the façade. You’re questioning the roles you play, pulling back the curtain, and exploring who you really are beneath the noise. It’s messy, but it’s progress.61–76: The Unveiling Stage — Reclaimer
You’re reclaiming your truth. You’re acting with more honesty, aligning choices with values, and letting go of people-pleasing. There’s more clarity and less internal contradiction. You’re building real self-trust.77–89: The Lived Truth Stage — Embodier
You don’t just *know* your truth—you *live* it. You communicate clearly, set boundaries without guilt, and walk your talk even when it’s hard. Authenticity is no longer a goal—it’s a way of being.90–100: The Unshakable Stage — Aligned One
You are deeply rooted in self-awareness and self-acceptance. You’re no longer performing for the world—you’re serving it through your truth. Others feel more real around you. You’ve become a mirror for honesty and presence.Self-Awareness: --- / 100
Knowing your thoughts, emotions, values, and motivations.
Being in touch with your internal experience instead of running on autopilot.
E.g., "Am I doing this because I truly want to, or because I feel I should?"
Values Alignment: --- /
100Living in a way that reflects your deeply held beliefs and principles.
Acting consistently with what you say matters to you.
E.g., Saying family is important but never making time for them—that’s a mismatch.
Emotional Honesty: --- /
100Being real with yourself and others about how you feel.
Not hiding behind masks of politeness, coolness, or fake positivity.
E.g., "I’m not okay right now" instead of pretending everything’s fine.
Behavioral Integrity: --- /
100Doing what you say you’ll do. Being reliable and consistent.
Following through on your promises—not just externally, but to yourself too.
E.g., Keeping commitments even when no one’s watching.
Courage to Be Different: --- /
100Willingness to stand out or be disliked when being true to yourself.
Resisting the pressure to conform just to belong.
E.g., Not following the crowd if the crowd is doing dumb stuff.
Transparent Communication: --- /
100Speaking truthfully and directly with others.
Not manipulating, sugar-coating, or spinning.
E.g., "This is what I really think" instead of playing games.
Freedom from External Validation: --- /
100Your sense of worth isn’t based on others’ approval or applause.
You can express who you are even if it’s not trendy or widely accepted.
E.g., Wearing what you like instead of what’s fashionable.
Inner Coherence: --- /
100A sense of inner harmony—your beliefs, emotions, actions, and roles all
feel in sync.
Avoiding fragmentation or double-lives.
E.g., You’re not one person at work and someone totally different at home.
Purposeful Living: --- /
100Living intentionally rather than reactively.
Making choices that serve your personal growth and core direction.
E.g., Doing work that feels meaningful, not just convenient.
Acceptance of the Shadow Self: --- /
100Acknowledging and integrating your darker or less admirable traits.
Not trying to present a sanitized or perfect version of yourself.
E.g., "I can be selfish sometimes—and I’m working on it."
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