Instructions: For each question below, choose the answer (A, B, C, or D) that MOST resonates with you. Don't overthink it—go with your first instinct. Keep track of your answers to find your dominant archetype at the end.
1. When it comes to your personal budget, you are most likely to:
A. Spend on gifts or needs for your family and friends, even if it means cutting back on something you need. B. Avoid looking at your bank account. You trust that things will work out and prefer not to get bogged down in the details. C. Have a detailed spreadsheet or app where you track every dollar. You have clear financial goals and a plan to reach them. D. Follow a budget for a little while, but then get excited about a new investment or purchase and abandon the plan.
2. A surprise financial bonus comes your way. Your first thought is:
A. "Who in my life can I bless with this?" B. "Great! I'll just put it in the bank and not worry about it." C. "Excellent. I'll allocate this toward my investment goals to accelerate my wealth-building plan." D. "This is my chance to get in on that new opportunity I heard about!"
3. Your biggest financial fear is:
A. Being seen as selfish or not being able to provide for your loved ones. B. Making a mistake or being overwhelmed by financial decisions. C. Failing to meet your ambitious financial goals or losing what you've worked so hard to build. D. Missing out on a life-changing financial opportunity.
4. When making a significant purchase, you tend to:
A. Feel a pang of guilt, wondering if the money could have been better used for someone else. B. Rely on the advice of others (a spouse, a parent, a friend) to make the final call. C. Research extensively, compare all options, and make a logical, calculated decision. D. Make an impulsive decision based on excitement and a gut feeling.
5. Your general feeling about money is:
A. It's a resource to be used for helping and serving others. B. It's confusing and a bit scary; it's better not to think about it too much. C. It's a tool for building security, power, and achieving success. D. It's a game to be won, full of risks and exciting possibilities.
Scoring Your Results
Now, tally up how many A's, B's, C's, and D's you selected.
- Mostly A's: Your dominant archetype is The Martyr
- Mostly B's: Your dominant archetype is The Innocent
- Mostly C's: Your dominant archetype is The Warrior
- Mostly D's: Your dominant archetype is The Fool
If you have a tie, you may be a hybrid of two archetypes. Read both descriptions below and see which one feels most true for you right now.
Your Archetype Profile
If you are The Martyr (Mostly A's): You are a natural giver with a huge heart. Your first instinct is always to care for others. Your journey is to learn that self-care is not selfish. By filling your own cup first, you can give to others from a place of true abundance, not self-sacrifice. Your mantra is: "I can be both generous and wealthy."
If you are The Innocent (Mostly B's): You prefer to avoid the stress of money management, trusting that things will work out. Your journey is about empowerment. You are more capable than you think! Your path to wealth is through taking small, consistent steps to build your financial knowledge and confidence. Your mantra is: "I am a wise and capable steward of my finances."
If you are The Warrior (Mostly C's): You are a driven, focused, and powerful creator of wealth. You know how to set goals and achieve them. Your journey is to untangle your self-worth from your net worth. Your value is inherent in Christ, not in your bank account. Your path is to find rest and joy in the process, not just the outcome. Your mantra is: "My worth is not in my work; it is in who I am."
If you are The Fool (Mostly D's): You are an optimistic risk-taker, always ready for the next adventure. Your journey is to ground your optimism with wisdom and discernment. True wealth is built through consistent, disciplined action, not just by chasing jackpots. Your path is to create a solid financial plan that still leaves room for inspired risks. Your mantra is: "I build my wealth with both wisdom and faith."
Now, go share your result in the community! You are not alone.