Hopefulness Index (HI) - Short Form

Hopefulness Index (HI) - Short Form

Hallo - my name is Dr Jacques van Zyl (Psychologist), and I study the hopefulness of people (www.thebehaviorshop.com).  Thank you for taking the time to complete this short survey. It consists of 10 questionnaire items (rated on a 4 point response scale) and 4 demographic items (dropdown click selections).  It should take you 2 minutes to complete.  All responses are anonymous and are managed by registered psychologists.  Use the following thought pattern when you complete the questionnaire items:

When I think about myself, my life, career, vision, aspirations, significant others, in my current situation, I think and feel/I am:
1.Optimistic
2.Mentally positive
3.Plan for the future
4.Self-motivated
5.Follow a clear personal vision
6.Expect great things from life
7.Experience confidence
8.Anticipate success
9.Endure difficulties, because I believe that excellent times will follow
10.Inspire others
11.My gender
12.My age bracket
13.In what country do you live?
14.What is your race or ethnicity?