The Appreciative Inquiry Questionnaire

By: Maureen E. Mc Bride-Russakoff

In today's post we suggest you (or you AND your significant other) look over this Appreciative Inquiry Questionnaire and enjoy a thoughtful adventure in creating a vision for bright tomorrow.?

Appreciative Inquiry (AI)

AI focuses on identifying and building on what works well.

1. Discovery Questions: Exploring Strengths and Successes

• What are the moments in my life when I felt the most fulfilled and happy? What contributed to those moments?
• Can I identify times when I successfully navigated challenges? What strengths and resources did I use?
• What skills and qualities do others appreciate in me? How can I leverage these in my current situation?

1. Dream Questions: Envisioning Future Possibilities

• If everything in my life was exactly as I wanted it to be, what would that look like?
• What dreams and aspirations do I have for my personal and professional life? How can I start taking small steps toward them?
• What kind of relationships and connections do I want to build moving forward?

1. Design Questions: Planning Positive Actions

• What small, positive changes can I make in my daily routine to enhance my well-being?
• How can I create an environment that supports my goals and aspirations?
• What new skills or knowledge could help me achieve my dreams? How can I start acquiring them?

1. Destiny Questions: Sustaining Positive Change

• What practices can I incorporate into my life to maintain a positive mindset?
• How can I celebrate my progress, no matter how small, to stay motivated?
• What support systems (friends, mentors, communities) can I rely on to help me stay on track?

1. Relational Questions: Building Connections

• Who are the people in my life who uplift and inspire me? How can I spend more time with them?
• What can I do to show appreciation and gratitude to the important people in my life?

1. Reflective Questions: Gaining Insight

• What have I learned about myself through tough times?
• How have my past experiences prepared me to handle my current challenges?
• In what ways can my journey and growth inspire and help others?

These questions aim to help us focus on our strengths, envision a positive future, and take practical steps toward creating a fulfilling and resilient life.

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