What’s your superpower?
What kind of peace literacy superpower do you have? Are you like The Empath? Or maybe more like The Solver? Or maybe you have a different superpower! Take the quiz below to find out!
What type of books do you enjoy the most?
A) Stories about people and their feelings.
B) Adventures in faraway lands.
C) Mysteries and puzzles.
D) Science and nature.
E) Stories about friends sharing their thoughts and ideas before putting them into action.
How do you feel when a friend is upset?
A) I feel sad too and want to comfort them.
B) I try to distract them with something fun.
C) I ask them what’s wrong and try to understand.
D) I suggest solutions to their problems.
E) I sit back and give them space to express how they feel.
In group projects, what role do you naturally take?
A) The one who makes sure everyone feels included and heard.
B) The adventurer who comes up with exciting ideas.
C) The investigator who asks questions and gathers information.
D) The problem-solver who finds solutions to challenges.
E) The one who takes a deep breath and tries to understand each person’s perspective.
When faced with a personal challenge, what’s your first instinct?
A) Seek support and share my feelings with someone.
B) Take risks and try new things to overcome it.
C) Analyze the situation and gather information.
D) Brainstorm possible solutions and make a plan.
E) To pray or meditate first.
How would you describe your ability to understand what others are going through?
A) I can easily understand their feelings.
B) I focus on the exciting aspects of their experiences.
C) I ask questions to better comprehend their perspective.
D) I offer practical solutions to their problems.
E) I reflect and repeat back to the person what I heart them share.
Answer Key
If you answered mostly A: Empathy is your superpower! You easily understand and share the feelings of another person and put yourself into their shoes.
If you answered mostly B: Compassion is your superpower! You easily understand the feelings of others and have a desire to help them.
If you answered mostly C: Communication is your superpower! You easily can speak about your feelings and help others explain their own feelings.
If you answered mostly D: Problem-solving is your superpower! You can easily find solutions to difficult or complex issues.
If you answered mostly E: Listening is your superpower! You can easily allow others to share and express their feelings and problems in a safe space without interrupting them.