Who Is My Comfort Character?

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If you’ve heard some online chatter about comfort characters (aka, fictional characters that you find relatable, inspiring, or stress-relieving to watch), you might be wondering who yours is! Is it the uncontested queen of autumn, Lorelai Gilmore? Or the bestest friend in the Shire, Samwise Gamgee? Well, there’s only one way to find out!

This quiz will tell you which of the most common, popular, and well-known comfort characters is most likely to give you the warm and fuzzies on the inside…just click “Start Quiz” to find them!

Joey and Chandler, from the TV show "Friends," sitting in a canoe in their living room.

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Questions Overview

1. Which of these is your favorite color?
  1. Crimson red
  2. Bright orange
  3. Golden yellow
  4. Light green
  5. Sky blue
  6. Dark purple
  7. Hot pink
  8. Chocolate brown
2. What best describes your top priority in life?
  1. To build a loving and secure home for my partner and children.
  2. To protect and care for my friends and family.
  3. To follow my dreams and have a career that I’m passionate about.
  4. To fight for justice and improve the world around me.
3. Which of these qualities is most important to you in a friend?
  1. Humor
  2. Kindness
  3. Courage
  4. Loyalty
  5. Support
  6. Trustworthiness
4. Which of these would be your dream job?
  1. Stand-up comedian or actor
  2. Veterinarian or zookeeper
  3. Detective or journalist
  4. Farmer or gardener
  5. Teacher or social worker
  6. Artist or author
  7. Innkeeper or small business owner
  8. Politician or event planner
5. If you were a dessert, which one would you be?
  1. Crème brûlée—a bit of a tough exterior, but soft and sweet underneath!
  2. Homemade vanilla layer cake—a dependable and generous crowd pleaser (that’s a little rough around the edges)!
  3. Dessert pizza—goofy, unconventional, clever, and always exciting!
  4. Apple pie—warm, wholesome, comforting, and happy with the simple things in life.
  5. Chocolate lava cake—lovable, fiery, bold, ambitious, and creative…and prone to “eruptions” of passion or energy.
6. How would your friends and family describe you?
  1. Witty
  2. Loyal
  3. Goofy
  4. Caring
  5. Kind
  6. Strong
  7. Independent
7. Which words best describe your style aesthetic?
  1. Retro, preppy, comfy, classic.
  2. Vintage, oversized, moody.
  3. Casual, modern, simple.
  4. Edgy, cool, practical.
  5. Unique, chic, fun.
8. Pick a city to visit on vacation.
  1. New York City, USA
  2. Edinburgh, Scotland
  3. Sydney, Australia
  4. Washington, D.C., USA
  5. Tokyo, Japan
  6. Paris, France
9. What’s the one item that you can’t live without?
  1. My game collection or action figures.
  2. My hair products or skincare routine.
  3. A good book.
  4. My daily planner.
  5. A cup of coffee.
  6. My phone or camera.
  7. My family recipes.
  8. My sketchpad and art supplies.
  9. My pet!
10. When you’re feeling stressed out, what do you usually do to relax?
  1. Take a bubble bath or watch movies on the couch.
  2. Go for a walk in nature or cuddle with my fur baby.
  3. Play video games or board games with my friends.
  4. Something creative, like painting, writing, or playing music.
  5. Invite my friends over, or take them out to do something fun.
11. What’s your favorite hobby?
  1. Playing board games, video games, or table games (like ping-pong).
  2. Gardening, cooking, or baking.
  3. Playing sports like basketball, swimming, soccer, etc.
  4. Painting, drawing, or creative writing.
  5. Logic puzzles, trivia games, or photography.
  6. Crafting or sewing.
12. Which of these is your favorite genre of TV show or movie?
  1. Comedy! Like Friends, The Office, or Parks & Recreation.
  2. Dramas or dramedies! Like Gilmore Girls, Gossip Girl, or Ginny & Georgia.
  3. Science fiction and fantasy! Like Stranger Things, Harry Potter, and the Lord of the Rings.
  4. Detective shows and mysteries! Like Veronica Mars, Law & Order, or Bones.
  5. Historical fiction or romance! Like Little Women, Outlander, or The Crown.

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The Importance of Comfort Characters

Some people wonder if it’s a bad thing to have a comfort character. In most cases, there’s absolutely nothing wrong or unhealthy about having a comfort character. In fact, it can be a great thing!

Comfort characters can serve as a simple coping mechanism for people who connect with them. In some cases, a comfort character is just someone that you find funny, goofy, or enjoyable to watch. Often, comfort characters are very familiar because they come from shows or movies that you can watch and rewatch. So, their behaviors and decisions are predictable, stress-free, and unlikely to cause anxiety (unlike the people you know in real life!). In a nutshell, these characters are an escape from real life, and they give your brain a bit of a (much-needed) break.

On a deeper level, a comfort character can be a great source of emotional support. If you see your flaws or challenges you’ve faced in a character’s personality or arc, you can relate to them and feel less alone. This can help you to feel less isolated, and you might even get some ideas on how to cope with your own obstacles in life. You can absorb some of your comfort character’s life lessons, and they may even motivate you to follow new dreams or become a better version of yourself.

The only time where it might be unhealthy to have a comfort character is when you over identify with or attach yourself to them. For example, if you love the TV show Friends and find its characters to be comforting to you, that’s great! However, don’t ditch your real-life, authentic connections to stay home and “hang” with your fictional ones. Always keep in mind that comfort characters are just that—characters—while your real friends and loved ones are more complex, but also more valuable.

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