This Trending Test Can Help Determine Your Current Stress Levels And Suggest Suitable Coping Mechanisms

Lifestyle Personality Quizzes & Astrology

By Jean on 18 Dec 2021

Digital Editor

Most Singaporeans live a life that's incredibly fast-paced and are more often than not, are overworked and stressed out. This test that has made its rounds on Chinese social media platform Xiao Hong Shu can help determine your current stress levels and suggest suitable coping mechanisms.

Most netizens who've tried it found it to be rather accurate while a handful did not resonate with the test. Either way, do try it and let us know how accurate the test is for you!

Read on to find out your current stress levels and how you can better manage them!

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Pick a cat you'd want to keep as a pet from the 4 cats shown above.

A: Norwegian Forest Cat - Current stress level 40%

If you've picked the Norwegian Forest Cat, you do not face much stress in your current work and daily life. At present, you're working hard towards achieving your goals and dreams. Your positive outlook and sheer determination have also influenced and encouraged those around you to do the same. As a result, you're feeling a little stressed as you're afraid of disappointing others. Here's a tip: You have no control over the actions/feelings of others.

B: Himalayan Cat - Current stress level 75%

If you've picked the Himalayan Cat, you're someone who has a delicate and sensitive personality. At work, you're able to pick out shortcomings/mistakes that are not easily noticed by others. However, when it comes to your own performance, you often find yourself chasing a dead end. This significantly reduces your productivity levels and in turn, causes you to feel stressed as you're unable to focus or meet deadlines. Perhaps you could try meditation; plan your schedule/have a to-do list and learn to prioritise.

C: Bicolour Persian Cat - Current stress level 90%

If you've picked the Bicolour Persian Cat, you're smart, people-pleasing, and a perfectionist. In the eyes of others, you're a "winner in life" but deep down you know that just like everyone else, you're working hard to achieve your goals. You're someone with high self-expectations yet you care about how others view you. This has caused you much distress but you don't have an avenue to vent. Tip: Learn to manage and set realistic self-expectations. Also, remember that you can't please everyone.

D: Orange Tabby Cat - Current stress level 15%

If you've picked the Orange Tabby Cat, you're a happy-go-lucky individual who dislikes being restrained. You prefer doing things on a whim and feel that the "principles of life" should be self-determined. Hence, your current stress levels are rather low given your carefree personality.