Motivation to Correct Interpersonal Mistakes
Please read each statement carefully before answering. To the left of each item, indicate how often you behave
in the stated manner, using the following scale:
When I have made a mistake or caused a problem in my relationship….
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
I usually work to resolve the problem.
I take steps to make sure not to repeat my actions.
I usually ask others for help or advice
I sometimes forget about the problem.
I try to correct my mistakes.
I usually try to work things out with my partner right away.
7. I sometimes wait for the problem to improve on its own.
8. I try to change the aspect of myself that was the source of the mistake.
9. I usually ask my partner what I can do to fix the problem.
10. I usually try to figure out a solution to the problem.
Almost
Never
O O
O O
O O
O O
O O
O O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
O
Almost
Always
Items 4 and 7 are reverse coded.
Reference:
Baker, L., & McNulty, J.K. (2011). Self-Compassion and Relationship Maintenance: The Moderating Roles of
Conscientiousness and Gender. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 100, 853-873.