Are You Ghosting or Growing?

How do you really handle communication when things get tough? This quiz helps you reflect on your habits. Whether you tend to ghost, grow, or land somewhere in between. Find out your style and how you can improve your digital and emotional conversations.

1. When someone sends you a message that you don’t want to respond to immediately, what do you usually do?

Ignore it and often hope they forget. Wait until I feel ready and then reply honestly. Send a quick message to acknowledge it but don’t go into detail. Immediately respond, even if I’m upset, to get it over with.

2. When a friend approaches you about a disagreement what is your typical response?

Avoid the conversation and stop replying. Listen carefully and try to understand their point of view. Respond briefly to clear things up, then move on. Defend my position strongly, even if it leads to conflict.

3. How do you feel when you have to address a difficult topic with someone you care about?

Anxious, so I tend to avoid it. Nervous but willing to talk it out for growth. Okay discussing it but prefer to keep it short. Confident and direct, no matter what.

4. If you realize you’ve hurt someone’s feelings, what’s your first step?

Stop responding to avoid confrontation. Apologize and ask how you can make it better. Acknowledge it briefly but don’t want to dwell on it. Explain your side fully before apologizing.

5. How do you manage communication in online conversations compared to in-person?

I’m more likely to ghost or avoid online than face-to-face. I try to be as honest online as I am in person. I keep online messages short and to the point. I tend to be more direct and sometimes blunt online.

6. When you don’t understand someone’s message or tone, what do you do?

Ignore it rather than ask for clarification. Ask questions to better understand their feelings or intent. Reply with a neutral or vague response. Assume the worst and respond defensively.

7. What is your usual tone in difficult conversations?

Distant or silent. Calm and empathetic. Neutral and matter-of-fact. Assertive and sometimes blunt.