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Please answer the questions below based on the following number scale:

1 = Strongly Disagree
2 = Disagree
3 = Neutral or Doesn't Apply
4 = Agree
5 = Strongly Agree

1. My ability to achieve a successful outcome in the divorce primarily will depend on the decisions I make during the process.
2. In order to achieve my most important goals, I am willing to let go of some smaller, short-term issues, even though it may be very hard to do so.
3. I am capable of making the emotional commitment necessary to achieve the best possible outcome.
4. I am not afraid of or intimidated by my spouse.
5. It is important to me that my spouse and I maintain a respectful and effective relationship after the divorce.
6. I have accepted the fact that this divorce is going to happen.
7. I believe that it is very important that our children maintain a strong, healthy relationship with both parents.
8. I am willing to try and see things from my spouse's point of view in order to help achieve the best possible outcome.
9. I believe it is possible for my spouse and me to restore enough trust in each other to achieve a successful outcome.
10. I am willing to commit myself fully to resolving the issues through the collaborative process by working toward common interests rather than simply arguing in favor of my positions.

Interpreting Your Test Results:

Once you've written down your answer, add up your score. If your score is higher than 40, there's a very good chance that the collaborative process is a good fit for you. If your score is between 30-40, you're still a good candidate for the collaborative process. If your total is between 20-30, you're borderline; the collaborative process may work for you, but you will have to do a lot of prep work to get there. If your score is less than 20, the collaborative process is probably not the best choice for you as it is likely you will become frustrated with the process.