Understanding yourself is one of the most powerful steps in recovery and personal development. Personality tests offer structured insights into your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and motivations — helping you navigate life with more confidence and compassion.

Here are 10 powerful personality assessments you can take to deepen your self-awareness today:

1. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)

The classic 16-type personality framework that explores how you perceive the world and make decisions.▶️ Take a free version here

2. Enneagram of Personality

A spiritual and psychological tool identifying nine personality types, focusing on core motivations and growth paths.▶️ Learn your Enneagram type here

3. DISC Personality Assessment

A behavior-focused model that identifies how you respond to challenges, influence others, and approach rules.▶️ Try a free DISC assessment here

4. Big Five Personality Test (OCEAN Model)

Measures Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism — scientifically backed and highly accurate.▶️ Take the Big Five Test here

5. CliftonStrengths (formerly StrengthsFinder)

Identifies your top strengths to help you leverage what you naturally do best, ideal for building resilience.▶️ Access CliftonStrengths here (Paid)

6. Personality Plus Profile Test

Based on Florence Littauer’s system (Sanguine, Choleric, Melancholy, Phlegmatic), it helps you balance strengths and weaknesses.▶️ Find a simple version here

7. True Colors Personality Test

Categorizes personalities into four colors (Orange, Gold, Green, Blue) to simplify self-discovery and interpersonal dynamics.▶️ Explore True Colors here

8. Values in Action (VIA) Character Strengths Survey

Focuses not on weaknesses, but on the 24 strengths you already have — like perseverance, gratitude, and hope.▶️ Take the VIA Survey here

9. TypeFinder Personality Test

A modern MBTI-style test that provides nuanced insights into how you function socially and professionally.▶️ Start the TypeFinder test here

10. Emotional Intelligence Appraisal

Measures your EQ (Emotional Quotient) — critical for navigating relationships and managing emotions during recovery.▶️ Learn about Emotional Intelligence tests here

Why These Tests Matter in Recovery

• They increase self-awareness, essential for healing and growth.

• They identify strengths and areas for development.

• They build compassion for yourself and others.

• They help set meaningful goals aligned with your authentic self.

  
  

Final Thoughts

Personality tests are more than labels — they're tools for transformation. Start with one or two assessments and use the insights as a foundation for deeper personal work in your recovery journey.