The Five Archetypes (5A) Method

Rooted in Ancient Wisdom

Carey Davidson's 5A method is grounded in the principles of ancient Chinese medicine, which identifies five forces of energy, much like the elements in nature, that shape our lives. Unlike psychology or personality systems, which focus on individual traits, this method reveals how these five foundational forces interact and influence each other to catalyze the conditions for success in ourselves and others. When our five forces are in balance (or Harmin-y ;), relationships flow effortlessly. When disrupted, tension arises.

The GPS questionnaire, like the questionnaire in Carey's book, The Five Archetypes, reveals this dynamic within you, shedding light on what you're prone to thinking, believing, and fostering in your interactions if you are out of balance. Your questionnaire results become your personalized growth algorithm, which we use to customize tools that help you harmonize your Five Archetypes. In harmony, you have a sustained ability to stay open and curious in uncertainty for a lifetime of fulfilling connections.

Important: Complete in One Sitting

Make sure you have enough time before you start—if you step away for more than 10 minutes, you’ll be logged out, and your progress will be lost.

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Activate Your Growth Potential—In Just 10 Minutes.

Ever wonder how your ability to stay curious and flexible when the going gets tough impacts big decisions and tough conversations? Our 10-minute questionnaire reveals your tools for how to stay resilient under pressure by mapping out your unique mix of the Five Archetypes—core adaptive skills that shape how you grow and stay open to potential when you'd rather shut down.

Here’s how it works

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Take the Questionnaire

In just 10 minutes, you’ll uncover your primary archetype and the unique distribution of all five archetypes in your nature.

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Understand Your Results

Get complimentary insights that identify your hidden obstacles to building trusting relationships and innovating under pressure.

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Change Your Approach

Access advanced tools to rapidly change behavior, shifting from reaction to curiosity under stress, seizing opportunities to grow.

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Questionnaire Instructions:

Avoid distractions: The assessment takes about 10 minutes.

Think broadly: Reflect on each phrase based on your past three months.

Be objective: Avoid "I should" thinking, accurate answers lead to a more precise personalized Harmin Growth Positioning System action plan.

Follow through: Upon completion, check your email for a link to your results.

Click "Next" to begin.

*This assessment is based on the research and copyrighted work of Stephen Cowan, M.D. The results include research and copyrighted work of Carey Davidson.