Starting Point #30: Spiritual Activity Readiness Questionnaire- SPAR-Q

St. Leonard Wellness Program Spiritual Activity Readiness Questionnaire- SPAR-Q This questionnaire is one of the first steps to take when you are planning to evaluate your spiritual wellness. The SPAR-Q will help you decide whether or not you may need to seek outside support from your medical team, mentors, or clergy to begin the sometimes emotional process of improving your spiritual wellness. Having other professionals involved in your spiritual improvement plan is a good idea, as they can help you with the change process. Please read the questions carefully and check YES or NO opposite the question if it applies to you. If yes, please explain. YES NO ____ ____ 1. Has anyone ever said that your life's patterns and pursuits are not consistent with what you say your values and beliefs are? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 2. Do you find that your choices in life are not always faith-based? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 3. Do you find time for reflection or meditation only if there is nothing else to do? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 4. Do you hold grudges or seek restitution? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 5. Do you find that you are sometimes jealous of another's gifts and/or accomplishments? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 6. Do you sometimes have trouble giving and accepting kindness? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 7. Do you sometimes participate in gossip or the spreading of rumors? Yes______________________________________________ ____ ____ 8. Do you have events in your life that keep you from pursuing your spiritual wellness? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 9. Do you blame the behavior of others as a reason not to pursue your own spiritual wellness? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 10. Do you sometimes strive for chaos and challenge others in unhealthy ways? Yes, ________________________________________________ ____ ____ 11. Do you have trouble with self-identity and making your spiritual wellness a vital part of who you are? Yes, _____________________________________________ ____ ____ 12.Do you have trouble with grieving in a way that supports your optimal well-being? Yes, ________________________________________________ If you answered NO to all of the questions above, it gives a general indication that your spiritual wellness is stable. You may now wish to keep a journal of your spiritual wellness. This journal can act as a teaching tool for others who may need your help in this area. If you answered Yes to any of the above questions, then you should evaluate the issue and develop a plan for improvement in this area. Seek outside support as often as needed, and remember that change can be difficult if it occurs in isolation or without a network of support from friends or family.