Describe Yourself for Online Dating, Job Interviews, Resumes and More
Learning how to describe yourself accurately is something we usually have to put some effort into. This seems to be especially true in most western cultures where being honest about our skills, qualities, and attributes can be confused with being arrogant, "blowing your own trumpet," and being excessively self indulgent.
If we do learn to describe ourselves, we can often forgo self confidence training by being our own confidence guru and simply acknowledging and appreciating our own positive qualities.
It's OK to Know What Our Positive Qualities Are...
From my experience of delivering training programs and seminars on improving confidence and self esteem, whenever participants are asked to state just five of their best qualities, a hushed embarrassment usually fills the room. Then, "I don't know" is the most common response.
Conversely, we're all a lot better at listing our faults and failings and can get onto that task without any difficulty. It's like most of us haven't even dared to think about the question, "What's good about me?" -- if that's you, then it's even more important that you read this
Words to Describe Yourself (Adjectives)
Because we can all identify with 90% of these adjectives in some situation or other, I suggest picking 10 - 15 words that describe how you are most of the time, regardless of the situation. It might be helpful to think about who are you when you are on your own, doing your own thing. There will be very few other people who will identify the exact same combination, because we're all different
Ready? Scroll down for list of 180 adjectives to help you describe yourself.
Positive Qualities
Inventive
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Exciting
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Thoughtful
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Powerful
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Practical
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Proactive
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Productive
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Professional
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Quality
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Quick
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Balanced
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Achiever
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Knowledgeable
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Leader
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Literate
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Logical
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Initiator
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Original
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Outgoing
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Particular
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Patient
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Active
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Positive
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Consistent
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Compassionate
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Incredible
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Independent
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With integrity
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Mediator
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Emotional
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Cheerful
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Forgiving
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Sensuous
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Generous
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Sporty
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Devoted
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Candid
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Rebellious
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Cooperative
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Industrious
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Interesting
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Racy
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Meditative
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Understanding
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Quirky
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Quixotic
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Honest
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Assertive
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Attentive
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Direct
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Broad-minded
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Committed
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Conscientious
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Dynamic
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Hard worker
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Persistent
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Mature
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Methodical
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Motivated
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Objective
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Tenacious
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Sociable
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Friendly
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Realistic
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Reliable
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Resourceful
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Respectful
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Responsible
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Creative
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Confident
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Traditional
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Trustworthy
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Unconventional
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Unique
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Ecclectic
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More Positive Qualities
Optimistic
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Accomplished
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Adept
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Analytical
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Articulate
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Artistic
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Self-disciplined
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Controversial
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Individual
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Tolerant
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Naive
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Green
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Unselfish
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Sophisticated
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Stable
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Strong
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Successful
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Tactful
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Talented
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Team player
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Fun
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Intelligent
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Changeable
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Passionate
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Intense
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Intuitive
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Upbeat
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Vibrant
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Funny
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Constructive
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Customer-oriented
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Dependable
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Direct
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Loyal
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Competitive
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Political
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Social consciousness
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Modest
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Courageous
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Enthusiastic
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Enterprising
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Entrepreneurial
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Facilitator
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Focused
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Genuine
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Open-mindedness
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Wise
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Sensitive
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Sense of humor
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Sensible
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Sincere
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Skilled
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Solid
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Communicative
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Helpful
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Fast
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Responsible
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Results-driven
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Results-oriented
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Self-reliant
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Organised
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Knowledgeable
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Logical
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Personable
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Pleasant
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Flexible
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Adaptable
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Persuasive
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Perceptive
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Insightful
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Trustworthy
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Easy going
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Good listener
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Imaginative
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Warm
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Ambitious
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Diplomatic
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Curious
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Leader
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How Do I Describe Myself?
Perceptive
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Down to earth
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Open-minded
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Knowledgeable
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Logical
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Analytical
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Quick learner
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Genuine
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Warm
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Inventive
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Rebellious
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Generous
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Insightful
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Your List of Positive Qualities
So, how did you get on? How does it feel to identify your positive qualities? Good, I hope! Put some practice into learning how to describe yourself and you will find an increase in self esteem and confidence and probably an improvement in your relationships too!
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