Ever wonder how much of your energy goes into keeping others happy? This calculator estimates your People Pleaser Index (PPI) — a psychology-inspired score that reflects how often you prioritize others over your own needs.
The People Pleaser Index (PPI) is a weighted self‑reflection score inspired by behavioral psychology and boundary research. Each question captures a core dimension of people‑pleasing behavior: boundary difficulty, emotional responsibility, conflict avoidance, and self‑sacrifice.
Each response is scored from 1 to 5. Your total score is converted into a percentage‑style index between 0 and 100 for easy interpretation.
People‑pleasing often develops as a coping strategy. It can originate from childhood environments where approval was conditional, or from social conditioning that rewards compliance and harmony over self‑expression.
While empathy and kindness are strengths, excessive people‑pleasing can lead to burnout, resentment, anxiety, and loss of identity. The goal of this calculator is not to label you, but to increase awareness.
No. People‑pleasers are often empathetic, reliable, and emotionally intelligent. Problems arise only when your own needs are consistently ignored.
Absolutely. Boundaries are skills. As you practice assertiveness, your index naturally decreases.
No. This tool is for educational and self‑reflection purposes only.