How well does YOUR personality cope with isolation? Take the quiz that will reveal if you're an introvert, ambivert or an extrovert - and how to avoid loneliness

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With the coronavirus pandemic sweeping across the world, and many locking down in their homes, some are dreading the idea of going through the crisis alone. But advocates of Honjok, the South Korean art of being at peace with yourself in time of isolation, believe the self-isolation could actually provide a perfect moment to practise self-acceptance. The practice relies strongly on the concept of sologamy, which is the idea that the best partner in life that you can find is yourself. A new book, 'Honjok: The Art of Being Alone' explains how to best use coronavirus alone-time. This quiz will help to determine if you are an introvert, extrovert or ambivert and recommend how to avoid loneliness...

With the coronavirus pandemic sweeping across the world, and many locking down in their homes, some are dreading the idea of going through the crisis alone. But advocates of Honjok, the South Korean art of being at peace with yourself in time of isolation, believe the self-isolation could actually provide a perfect moment to practise self-acceptance. The practice relies strongly on the concept of sologamy, which is the idea that the best partner in life that you can find is yourself. A new book, 'Honjok: The Art of Being Alone' explains how to best use coronavirus alone-time. This quiz will help to determine if you are an introvert, extrovert or ambivert and recommend how to avoid loneliness...

QUESTION 1: When talking to people you don’t know, do you feel? (A) Awkward (B) Energized (C) It depends on the people

QUESTION 1: When talking to people you don’t know, do you feel? (A) Awkward (B) Energized (C) It depends on the people

QUESTION 2: Do you recharge your batteries best by... (A) Grabbing some alone time (B) Socializing with a group of friends and/or strangers (C) Balancing time alone with time with close friends

QUESTION 2: Do you recharge your batteries best by... (A) Grabbing some alone time (B) Socializing with a group of friends and/or strangers (C) Balancing time alone with time with close friends

QUESTION 3: When do you find you are most productive? (A) Working in a quiet and peaceful space on your own (B) Working in a busy cafe or office; you need stimulation (C) You can be productive in both environments

QUESTION 3: When do you find you are most productive? (A) Working in a quiet and peaceful space on your own (B) Working in a busy cafe or office; you need stimulation (C) You can be productive in both environments 

QUESTION 4: Would those closest to you say you are... (A) Quiet and reserved (B) Outgoing and chatty (C) Sometimes outgoing but can be quiet too

QUESTION 4: Would those closest to you say you are... (A) Quiet and reserved (B) Outgoing and chatty (C) Sometimes outgoing but can be quiet too

QUESTION 5: I f you are out socializing, would you rather spend your time... (A) Connecting in deep conversation with one good friend (B) Chatting and mingling with a group of people, including strangers (friends you hadn't met yet) (C) It depends on your mood but ideally a bit of both

QUESTION 5: I f you are out socializing, would you rather spend your time... (A) Connecting in deep conversation with one good friend (B) Chatting and mingling with a group of people, including strangers (friends you hadn't met yet) (C) It depends on your mood but ideally a bit of both 

QUESTION 6: When communicating with someone new do you tend to... (A) Talk the most (B) Listen the most (C) Balance talking and listening relatively equally

QUESTION 6: When communicating with someone new do you tend to... (A) Talk the most (B) Listen the most (C) Balance talking and listening relatively equally

QUESTION 7: When surrounded by other people, would you rather... (A) Blend into the background (B) Be in the spotlight (C) You are comfortable being the center of attention but not for too long

QUESTION 7: When surrounded by other people, would you rather... (A) Blend into the background (B) Be in the spotlight (C) You are comfortable being the center of attention but not for too long 

QUESTION 8: Would you rather immerse yourself in... (A) A good book (B) A good movie (C) It depends on your mood but you like books and movies

QUESTION 8: Would you rather immerse yourself in... (A) A good book (B) A good movie (C) It depends on your mood but you like books and movies 

QUESTION 9: After spending time surrounded by other people in a noisy and busy atmosphere, do you feel... (A) Drained and invisible (B) Energized and invincible (C) Mostly energized but drained if it's for too long

QUESTION 9: After spending time surrounded by other people in a noisy and busy atmosphere, do you feel... (A) Drained and invisible (B) Energized and invincible (C) Mostly energized but drained if it's for too long 

QUESTION 10: When making decisions are you... (A) Cautious (B) Risk-taker (C) You spend time weighing the pros and cons but are happy to take informed risks

QUESTION 10: When making decisions are you... (A) Cautious (B) Risk-taker (C) You spend time weighing the pros and cons but are happy to take informed risks 

QUESTION 11: When surrounded by other people do you tend to... (A) Observe and listen (B) Lead and start conversations (C) Join in

QUESTION 11: When surrounded by other people do you tend to... (A) Observe and listen (B) Lead and start conversations (C) Join in

QUESTION 12: Do you prefer to... (A) Have some time to daydream (B) Be busy and active (C) Do a bit of both

QUESTION 12: Do you prefer to... (A) Have some time to daydream (B) Be busy and active (C) Do a bit of both

QUESTION 13: When it comes to asserting yourself in social situations, do you find it... (A) Difficult (B) Easy (C) It depends on the situation

QUESTION 13: When it comes to asserting yourself in social situations, do you find it... (A) Difficult (B) Easy (C) It depends on the situation 

QUESTION 14: Does being alone... (A) Energize you (B) Bore you? Or make you feel like you're missing out (C) Mostly energizes you

QUESTION 14: Does being alone... (A) Energize you (B) Bore you? Or make you feel like you're missing out (C) Mostly energizes you 

If you answered mostly As, you lean towards introversion. To embrace your time at home, try to use creative writing, doodling, drawing or painting as a conduit for your emotions. Don't critique it or polish it, but tap in your creativity to silence your busy mind. Invest in good tools, such as paints and brushes or a good notebook and paint.

If you answered mostly As, you lean towards introversion. To embrace your time at home, try to use creative writing, doodling, drawing or painting as a conduit for your emotions. Don't critique it or polish it, but tap in your creativity to silence your busy mind. Invest in good tools, such as paints and brushes or a good notebook and paint.

If you answered mostly Bs, you lean towards extroversion. To embrace your time at home, try to cherish what you have. Look at the window and look for the details in your surroundings. Put your favorite music on and dance in your room.

If you answered mostly Bs, you lean towards extroversion. To embrace your time at home, try to cherish what you have. Look at the window and look for the details in your surroundings. Put your favorite music on and dance in your room.

If you answered mostly Cs or a combination of As, Bs and Cs, you lean towards ambiversion. Go for walks and leave your phone at home in order to take in your surroundings. Alternatively, plan your hopes and future with an optimistic mindset.

If you answered mostly Cs or a combination of As, Bs and Cs, you lean towards ambiversion. Go for walks and leave your phone at home in order to take in your surroundings. Alternatively, plan your hopes and future with an optimistic mindset.

Wherever you fall on the spectrum is perfectly okay. It’s how you use this information to inform your choices about alone time and social time which matters most. Honjok: The Art of Living Alone is published by Eddison Books and will be available to buy on April 23.

Wherever you fall on the spectrum is perfectly okay. It’s how you use this information to inform your choices about alone time and social time which matters most. Honjok: The Art of Living Alone is published by Eddison Books and will be available to buy on April 23.