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Personality Tests to Help You Learn About Yourself

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By Jess O.

Ok, this isn’t your typical school quiz, so relax! I’m here to help you find some quizzes that are a bit more fun as well as informational – specifically, ones that can offer entertainment while helping you learn about yourself. Personality tests consider your reactions to questions and place you into a category based on the data they assessed from your answers.  The insight these tests provide often explains characteristics of who we are as people in basic categories. Some quizzes are made to guide you to a reliable answer so that the questions may be more challenging and the process could take a longer amount of time. Other tests are made for entertainment and ask questions unrelated to the topic that lead to an amusing answer. In this post, I will be reviewing  5 quizzes that range from asking deep, serious questions that make you think, to some that are random and meant for amusement, and others that will rely solely on your intuition.

1. Test Color

What if the colors you think are the most visually pleasing actually say something about your personality? Well, this test considers exactly that!  The Test Color test gives you a range of colors, and then it’s your turn to decide which you like the best (and the least!) within the selection. After completion, the test will determine what percentage of an extrovert/introvert you are as well as rating your management skills, organization abilities, emotional intelligence, and intellectual performance. Although colors may not have a direct correlation with your personality, it is definitely interesting to see what this test would say about your preferences.  Click here to see what your favorite shades say about who you are: http://www.testcolor.com/personalitytest/personalitytest.php

2. Myers-Brigg Test

Myers-Briggs is a test that determines which one of 16 unique personalities you fit into. The personality types are based around 5 different aspects: mind, energy, nature, tactics, and identity. The test takes about six minutes to complete and reveals your personality’s strengths and weaknesses, your connection to both platonic and romantic relationship personality types, common careers you may be more inclined to enjoy, and famous individuals who share your personality type.  To find your personality type, go to https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test

3. The Enneagram Personality Test

An enneagram test sorts your personality into a number from 1 to 9, as well as your strength in each of the other numbers. Each number represents a personality type that you closely align with. The enneagram test is based on revealing how emotions drive our lives and how we engage with others. This quiz takes a few minutes to complete but knowing your numbers, along with your personality type found in the Myers-Briggs Test, are considered the most commonly used tests for describing your personality type. What’s your number? Find out at: https://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test

4. The VisualDNA – Who Am I? Quiz

Discover facets of your personality by answering questions about your preferences, tastes, and interests. This quiz assigns you a personality type and explains what factors drive your personality. It rates your openness, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and neuroticism. It also gauges your outlook, character, self-control, composure, sociability, and much more based on what you answered. To find this quiz, go to https://you.visualdna.com/quiz/whoami#!/quiz#%2Fquiz 

5. Statistical “What Character” Personality Quiz

Which characters from popular movies and TV shows does your personality reflect? Find the answer after taking this quiz! The questions given are different from any other quiz on this list because it is your job to place yourself within the spectrum they provided. For example, within a scale of 100 where would you place yourself between obedient and rebellious? After answering 30 questions, you will see your personality lined up besides characters from The Office, Avatar the Last Airbender, New Girl, Sherlock, Star Wars, Marvel, and so many more! So are you Chewbacca or Dwight? Find out at; https://openpsychometrics.org/tests/characters/

I hope you have found enjoyment while completing these quizzes and learned more about yourself in the process. I often find myself browsing through quizzes and have found that these are some of my favorites, and I hope you appreciate them as much as I have! Remember, with these personality tests there are no wrong answers so relax and enjoy! Happy testing! 

How To Be Of Service During COVID-19

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By Hope C.

COVID-19 has created an unusual atmosphere for everyone. Many of our usual activities aren’t safe to participate in right now, but social distancing does not have to stop us from giving back to our communities! Whether you’re just looking for a productive way to kill time, want to do good in the world, or need service hours for your college applications, virtual volunteering will be perfect for you.

Work Around Your Schedule

In typical times, it can be hard to find the time to volunteer while being busy with school, work, or other activities. The idea of adding yet another venture into your schedule can feel overwhelming. While in this pandemic, most people have been able to find more free time, making this the perfect opportunity for acts of service. Pull out your calendar and think about how much time you are able and willing to give. Are you planning to take lead on a brand new project or help others who have already started?

Reach Out to Senior Citizens

Quarantine and social distancing have resulted in feelings of isolation and loneliness for countless people. Some of those affected most by this are the eldest members of our communities. They are at a higher risk for COVID and are likely yearning for connection in these uncertain times. Make phone/facetime calls, send cards, or make small gifts/care packages to send to senior citizens. You could also reach out to a local care home or nursing facility and ask how you can help. It can be as simple as playing virtual chess, checkers, or bingo. These are all simple and take little effort, but can bring such joy to others

Cheer Up Essential Workers

Along with senior citizens, essential workers will be touched by your kindness. Many are making cards, signs, care packages, and posters to thank the health care workers who are working to keep us safe. Similarly to this, you can do these things for other essential workers. Think about the people in your community that are putting their health at risk while going to work each day. Choose any one, whether it is a firefighter, nurse, or grocery clerk.

Join a Service Organization

There are plenty of service groups that are still meeting virtually! Look into what you have near you. The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is an amazing youth group centering around leadership, service, and sisterhood. More information can be found at https://gocarainbow.org. There are other groups as well such as Girl Scouts, 4H, and church youth groups. See what is right for you and available in your community

Be a Tutor

Try out virtually tutoring younger students. Is there a class or subject that you excel at and enjoy? Chances are, there’s someone who would love your help with their learning. Schools are reopening and your academic skills could boost someone’s grades as well as their confidence. If you know younger students, you can reach out to them personally or go straight to local schools and teachers who can set you up with the students that will benefit from your help.

Make Blankets or Teddy Bears

Many hospitals and fire stations have the option to pick up teddy bears that are pre-sewn to be stuffed and donated. You can sew, crochet, or knit your own as well! Donate them and bring a smile to a child’s face. In addition, you could make blankets to donate. If you’re not great at needlework, there’s nothing to worry about. Tie blankets are just as comfy and they couldn’t be easier to make! You can donate these to somewhere local like a hospital, animal shelter, or to the homeless. You can also send them to organizations such as the Painted Turtle: a free camp for children with serious medical conditions. They even have easy to understand directions here: https://www.thepaintedturtle.org/sites/main/files/file-attachments/fleece_blanket_flyer.pdf?1556639876.

Donate Extra Items

With the extra time COVID has gifted to you, you can get organized while giving back! Clean out your closet and dresser drawers. You probably have plenty that you have outgrown or no longer wear. Throw them in the wash and donate them to someone in need! There are plenty of well-known options such as the Salvation Army and Goodwill, but there are also local nonprofits in every community. Do your research and donate your clothing, toys, books, etc. to whatever you see as the best fit.

Make A Change

Create or sign petitions for changes that you believe in. Take on issues that are global or local and use sites such as https://www.change.org. You can also make calls and send emails to communicate with mayors, governors, and other leaders. Spread the word and fight for what you believe in!

Acts of Service

People now are in need of service and kindness more than ever, and as simple as these things seem, you can truly make an impact on the world. This is just a small list including only a few of the numerous ways you can make a difference. Think outside of the box and don’t give yourself limits when it comes to acts of service. No matter the reason that you have decided to volunteer, you are about to make people’s lives a little brighter!

From Old Favorite Jeans to New Tote Bag

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By Colleen W.

It’s back-to-school time and we all have clothing that we loved last year that is either too small, too worn, or just out of fashion now, but we still love the piece. I am going to show you how easy it is to create a brand new tote bag from your worn-out jeans.

Supplies List:
Thread
Needle
Scissors
Marker
Old Jeans

  1. The first thing you need to do is mark where you are going to cut.  For the body of the bag, you want to draw a line as close to the crotch seam as you can. You can always go lower if you want to use the legs as a double pouch too.  Next, you will need to measure 2 handles on one of the legs about 2 ½ inches wide and 20” long.  If your leg isn’t wide enough, no worries, there is a backside to the leg and you still get 2 out of one leg.
  2. Now you’ll want to cut along those lines so that you have the body of the bag and 2 strap pieces.
  3. Next, you will turn the body of the bag inside out and stitch about a ½” from the edges of the bottom to close your bag.  While you’re at it stitch the zipper closed.  Then turn the straps right sides together and stitch along the edge to create a tube.  Carefully turn your tubes inside out so the right side is showing and your seam is hidden.
  4. Then stitch your straps where you would like on the waistband of your bag.  I chose to use the front belt loops as an attachment point, but you can put them wherever is most comfortable for you.

And there you have it, a zippy little tote bag you can use anytime!

Top Five Tips How A Youth Group Can Stay Connected During COVID-19

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By Elise S.

Being shut in doesn’t mean we have to shut out opportunities to support one another and promote your non-profit youth group. In fact, new ideas for ways to stay connected seem to be popping up every day! Here are a few to inspire you to reach out and stay connected during the COVID-19 Pandemic!

1. Host a Facebook or Instagram Live Q&A About Your Organization

Since people are more active on social media, this is the perfect opportunity to spread the word about your youth group! You can create a Facebook and/or Instagram Live event to tell everyone why you love your organization so much. Write out an agenda for your presentation, and try to involve everyone in the group. Be sure to include a few pictures and descriptions of group activities in your presentation. To be prepared ahead of time, have everyone write out what they plan to say, as well as some fun facts about your non-profit, and some ice-breaker questions to get the conversation started. You also write out some typical questions and answers, and even invite alumni to join you and talk about how your youth group has helped them in college and careers!

2. Drive-By Parades.

Have you seen what teachers and friends have been doing for each other? They have been holding drive-by parades or “carades” for their students or friends! So, why not do the same thing with the youth members and adults! Not only is this encouraging to the members, and an excuse to get out of the house, but it is also a great publicity tool! You might even want to make posters and decorate your car to cheer up your friends (and for even more publicity)!

3. Wear your Organization Shirts and Merch on your Video Calls.

Have you ever noticed athletes and public figures wearing hats and shirts with company logos? They’re doing this to promote a company or organization they support! We can do the same thing when video calling friends (and let’s admit it, we’re spending lots of time on video calls)! A t-shirt can be a conversation starter! Who knows, you may even get to talk about it with your friends and gain a prospective member!

4. Write Letters or Make Calls to Members.

Something that makes everyone happy is getting letters! One way we can encourage each other is by sending letters to active and inactive members. Another way you can keep in touch with members and adults is by giving them a call! This is a good way to cheer up, stay connected and reconnect with alumni, inactive members, active members, and adults!

5. Have a Virtual Game Night.

Another way you can have fun and stay inside is with online games! Have a Zoom call while you play on-line games, bingo or multi-player card games so you can talk during the game! You can plan this with your youth group and invite prospective members!

And don’t forget – encourage your members to share on social media using hashtags. Choose popular hashtags for a higher chance of the general public landing on your accounts, such as #fun #kids #stayinghome. Use a hashtag generator site such as https://ritetag.com/ or https://hashtagify.me/. It’s also good to include hashtags that are member only used hashtags in your organization and/or for an event. The International Order of The Rainbow Girls California https://gocarainbow.org/ uses #caiorg and #whyitainbow. It will help keep members posts organized in one hashtag location.

By doing these 5 simple things you can boost spirits, have fun, stay connected and share about your organization! This is just a start to the activities you could host!