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The Ally Spectrum

For self-reflection and education · not a diagnosis

There are quite a few steps between "I don't mind" and genuine delight — see which one you're standing on.

The eight-level framework of this quiz pays tribute to psychologist Dorothy Riddle's attitude continuum: repulsion, pity, tolerance, acceptance, support, admiration, appreciation, and nurturance. Its key insight: "tolerance" and "acceptance" may sound friendly, yet they still sit on the negative half of the scale. All items are written from scratch for this site; only the construct is borrowed.

This isn't a morality exam, and there are no "right answers." Answering honestly matters more than answering nicely — attitudes can grow.

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