Arjuna Syndrome Self-Test

1 Result Obsession: When I start a task, I am more focused on the potential praise or criticism I will receive than the task itself.

2 Mental Fog: I often find myself staring at my screen, knowing what to do but feeling physically unable to start.

3 The "What If" Loop: My mind constantly plays out worst-case scenarios about my career or projects.

4 Decision Fatigue: Even small decisions (like what to eat or which email to answer first) feel exhausting.

5 Dopamine Dependency: I check my phone, emails, or metrics every few minutes to see if I've received "validation."

6 Physical Heaviness (Tamas): I feel a sense of lethargy or "heaviness" in my limbs even when I have slept enough.

7 Fear of Failure: I have delayed starting a project because I am afraid it won't be "perfect."

8 Lack of Purpose: I feel like I am fighting a battle without knowing why I am on the battlefield in the first place.

9 Emotional Reactivity: I feel personally attacked or devastated when a project doesn't go exactly as planned.

10 The Blank Page: I feel "stuck" creatively, even though I have the skills and tools to execute.