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      What’s Your Armchair Profession?

      What’s Your Armchair Profession?
      Career · Lifestyle

      By BrainFall Staff - Updated: April 1, 2024

      If you’ve got an armchair, you’ve probably got an armchair profession. Unlike your day job you probably don’t get paid for it, but that doesn’t mean you take it any less seriously. So what’s your unofficial area of expertise? Take this quiz and find out!

      What’s Your Armchair Profession?

      The concept of an armchair stems far beyond the confines of a comfy living space adorned with your favorite cushion. In this context, it's about parking yourself in the plush driver’s seat of hypothetical expertise. Yes, we're talking about your armchair profession—the one where you're a virtuoso without the violin, a maestro sans baton. Ever found yourself spiraling down a rabbit hole of forensic crime documentaries, suddenly embodying the spirit of Sherlock Holmes? Or, perhaps after binge-watching cooking shows, you’re doling out unsolicited advice on the perfect béchamel to anyone within a five-mile radius?

      A cozy armchair surrounded by books, a reading lamp, and a cup of tea. A laptop sits on a nearby table, with a notepad and pen ready for jotting down ideas

      Your armchair profession takes shape in the sanctuary of your downtime, where your opinion is king, and every musing is a gem of unpolished wisdom. It’s the job you could do with your eyes closed—figuratively, of course, because keep those peepers peeled for the intricate details that bolster your armchair arguments. Whether you’ve mentally redecorated every home on every home improvement show or critiqued Olympic athletes from the comfort of your couch, remember: comfort and style don’t preclude expertise—in your living room, they're virtually synonymous.

      The Allure of Armchair Expertise

      A cozy armchair surrounded by books, a laptop, and a mug of coffee. A diploma hangs on the wall, and a globe sits nearby

      Think you've got a knack for dishing out relationship advice better than a daytime TV host? Or perhaps you've diagnosed a friend over coffee with a personality quirk that's straight out of a psychology textbook? Welcome to the world of armchair expertise, where unofficial credentials are displayed with pride and everyone’s a pro at something.

      Crafting Personal Wisdom

      You know how it is. Your friends come to you with their problems, and bam! With a few nods and thoughtful strokes of your chin, you give them just the advice they need. Maybe it's your innate sense of empathy or maybe you've just watched too many episodes of "Dr. Phil." Either way, your living room becomes a haven of personal wisdom. You've got a mental Rolodex of anecdotes for every situation, and your ability to connect the dots between a person's interests and their behavior is, well, uncanny. It's not just a trait, it's your calling, or at least it feels like it when your friends add, "Wow, you're so good at this!"

      Infinite Fields of 'Expert' Opinions

      Have you ever chimed in on a topic only to realize there's an ocean of others who've also crowned themselves experts? In a world bubbling with infinite fields of 'expert' opinions, you're not just a spectator—you're a key player. Your strengths shine through as you tackle myriad topics, from mental health trends to the latest tech gadgets. Sure, your weaknesses may show up now and then; after all, who hasn't mistaken a common cold for the plague? But that doesn't stop you from accumulating a treasure trove of skills from podcasts, TED Talks, and the all-knowing oracle—we're talking about your favorite trivia app, of course.

      Oh, don't sell yourself short. When it comes to the depths of your armchair expertise, you might just be the best, and who knows, maybe after taking a quiz, you could officially wear your wisdom like a virtual badge of honor.

      Adventures in Armchair Psychology

      Ever fancied yourself a bit of a pop psychologist, deciphering the mind’s mysteries from your plush recliner? Welcome to the not-so-elite club of armchair psychology, where your couch is your clinic and every friend a patient awaiting your unlicensed pearls of wisdom.

      Diagnosing from the Comfort Zone

      You’re nestled in your favorite spot, armed with nothing but a lifetime of watching people and a keen interest in the human mind. No need for a fancy degree in psychology or any formal training – who has time for that when there’s diagnosing to be done? Your parents think you have potential; friends marvel at how you dub your insights from watching one too many episodes of "The New Yorker presents: Psych Talk."

      Jumping to Conclusions with Confidence

      Why gather exhaustive background information when you can leap to diagnoses with a single anecdote? Hang on; someone just texted you their woes. Time to put on that imaginary lab coat and provide an analysis that's as swift as it is unsolicited. Disregard that pesky little voice asking for education and training. After all, you're doing a public service by naming those disorders quicker than anyone can say, "Maybe see a professional?"

      Remember, though deep down in the recesses of your very logical brain, you know that armchair psychology is to truth what horoscopes are to science. It’s all in good fun—unless you actually quit your job to pursue this! But hey, as you’re already here, why not take the "What’s Your Armchair Profession?" quiz on Brainfall to see if there's a pretend profession with your name on it?

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      Question 1/10

      Where do you get most of the information on your favorite subjects from?

      • Books
      • TV
      • Internet
      • Talking to others
      Question 2/10

      What would likely slip out in your attempt at giving directions to someone who is lost?

      • Last time I took that route...
      • Don't overthink it
      • Not all of those who wander are lost - *wink*
      • Don't quote me on that
      Question 3/10

      Your family is ready for a new member - a dog! What do you take into consideration before making the choice of which dog to get?

      • Information about the dog's lineage and past owners
      • I need to spend some time with the dog to get to know its personality
      • I pick a dog at random - family can't be chosen
      Question 4/10

      Pick a smoke:

      Question 5/10

      One of your friends claims you stole his book - how do you react?

      • I tell them nothing *really* belongs to anyone
      • I don't, I tell him to prove it
      • I don't fret, time will reveal the truth
      • I assume they are overreacting because of some displaced anger
      Question 6/10

      Your town just put out a list of new clubs it will offer as part of a youth program. Which would you like to volunteer for?

      • The debate club
      • The career development club
      • The museum club
      • The ancient literature club
      Question 7/10

      Your local radio station is discussing the topic du jour and you want to get involved. What do you do?

      • Call in and address the other callers' comments
      • Call in and offer some background on the issue
      • Call in and offer solutions to the problem
      • Write the radio station a long email about why this topic is irrelevant
      Question 8/10

      You had a stressful day and you need to unwind. How do you do that?

      • I immerse myself in my favorite subject
      • I work on challenging jigsaw puzzle
      • I read or watch the news
      • I ponder the mysteries of life over a drink with friends
      Question 9/10

      If your coworkers got together and came up with a list of criticisms for you, what would be at the top of the list?

      • That I'm always in other people's business
      • That I get stuck in a certain way of doing things
      • I'm too cautious and don't take enough risks
      • I'm too distracted
      Question 10/10

      Someone you care about asks for advice on a life-changing issue. How do give your advice?

      • Carefully - I don't want any of my words to be used against me later
      • I give concrete advice - step 1, step 2, step 3...
      • I tell them their own past experiences should be all the advice they need
      • I turn the advice into a much bigger life lesson
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