“Wow, you’re really mature for your age!” Sound familiar? People love to use words like “mature” and “immature” to label how mentally and emotionally wise our decisions and actions are. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to check in with yourself and see just how much you’ve matured, though?
We’ve got you covered. Hit “Start Quiz,” and by the end of this quiz, we’ll tell you exactly how mature you are.
Questions Overview
1. Do you feel like you have a good handle on your emotions most days?
- Absolutely! I feel really in control of my emotions.
- Mostly, but I slip up occasionally.
- Kind of? I lose control sometimes, though.
- Not really. I don’t feel like I’m in control of my emotions.
2. Your teacher just gave you constructive feedback on a project. How do you react?
- I thank them and make a mental note for later.
- I smile and nod, but I’m a tiny bit annoyed on the inside.
- I explain how I disagree, but I don’t really push the matter.
- I launch into an argument with them. They’re totally in the wrong!
3. You and your friend get into a pretty nasty argument. How do you patch things up?
- I acknowledge the role I played in our argument and take accountability for my actions.
- I offer the most genuine apology I can muster, even if I don’t fully mean it.
- I apologize, but make it clear that they’re the one in the wrong.
- I don’t do anything—it’s up to them to fix things.
4. How often do you ask “How are you doing?” to your friends and loved ones?
- At least once per conversation.
- Once every few days.
- Once a week or so.
- I don’t typically remember to check-in.
5. You just received a bad grade and are feeling super frustrated. How do you react?
- I give myself time to unpack my feelings later on in a private space.
- I feel tense about it at first, but push it to the back of my mind until later.
- I don’t talk about it, but I’m a little bit snippy for the rest of the day.
- It really affects my mood—all my peers can tell that I’m upset.
6. Do you feel comfortable expressing your feelings in a respectful way?
- Yes, definitely. I can share my feelings without blaming other people.
- Usually, yeah—I don’t have too much trouble keeping my cool.
- Occasionally, but it doesn’t take long for me to play the blame game.
- Nah. I tend to blame other people for how I’m feeling.
7. The new gadget you want costs 0, but you only have 0 saved up. What’s your next move?
- I patiently save a little money over the next few months.
- I ask my neighbors if I can do some chores for a little cash.
- I ask my friend to loan me the rest of the money.
- I guilt-trip my parents until they give me what I want.
8. In a given conversation, how much time do you spend talking about yourself?
- About 50%—it’s an even split between myself and the other person.
- Between 50 and 60%. I talk a little more than the other person.
- Around 60-80%. I definitely dominate the conversation.
- Over 80%. The other person might get a few sentences in.
9. How often do you set aside time for self-reflection?
- At least once a day.
- Once every few days, I’d say.
- Once a week, typically.
- No idea—it’s not really a priority for me.
10. A friend just disagreed with something you said. How do you react?
- I ask them about their opinion. I’m so intrigued to hear their thoughts!
- I laugh it off, though I feel slightly irked.
- I say nothing, but stew about it long after the conversation ends.
- I poke fun at their opinion. That’s what they get for disagreeing with me!
11. Do you like to gossip with your friends?
- Nope. I’d be hurt if I knew someone was talking about me behind my back.
- A little bit. It’s definitely a guilty pleasure…
- I like to gossip, but I don’t usually initiate it.
- Absolutely! I love to hear the latest tea.
12. Your peer wins an award that you were hoping to get. What do you do?
- I smile and congratulate them. They earned it!
- I give them a shout-out, but I don’t really mean it.
- I roll my eyes. They probably became a teacher’s pet in order to win.
- I complain to my friends about how I deserved to win.
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All About Maturity
What is maturity?
Maturity is the ability to act both emotionally and mentally like an adult. Mature individuals aren’t just tuned into their emotions—they’re able to communicate their feelings in a healthy and respectful manner and acknowledge how other people are feeling and thinking as well.
Signs That You’re Emotionally Mature
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You can comfortably separate your emotions from your sense of self. It’s easy for you to acknowledge that your feelings are separate from your identity. For instance, you can feel sad once in a while but that doesn’t make you a “sad individual.”
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You can accept constructive criticism from others. You have no difficulty taking a person’s feedback in stride and recognizing it for what it is. When people give you constructive criticism, you don’t take it as a personal attack on your character.
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You can understand how different emotions develop within your body. Maybe you feel a sinking sensation in your gut before you feel sad, or your face gets really flushed whenever you feel angry. Whatever the case, you’re in sync with yourself and understand what your different bodily cues mean.
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You can communicate your own feelings in a healthy way. Instead of bottling up your feelings, you let other people know what’s on your mind in a respectful and honest manner. You’re able to do this without pinning the blame on someone else.
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You’re good at keeping your cool in different situations. No matter what the situation, you refuse to lash out at others as a way of coping. Instead, you can generally keep a level head in most scenarios.
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You take accountability for yourself. You have the grace and humility to own up for your actions in the event that your emotions do get the better of you. During your apology, you don’t blame others for your behavior.
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You stay tuned into other people’s needs. You’re great at identifying how other people are feeling and are good at checking in to make sure they’re okay.
Want to learn more?
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