Toxic Femininity Test

The Toxic Femininity Test was created by IDRlabs based on archetypes in popular culture.

The test provides feedback such as the following:

Femme Fatale

The Femme Fatale archetype embodies manipulative seduction, using her charm, beauty, and allure to control or exploit others, particularly men. She thrives on the power dynamics of attraction, wielding her sexuality as a tool for personal gain or influence. While confident and enigmatic, the Femme Fatale often conceals ulterior motives, such as financial benefit, revenge, or validation. This archetype perpetuates the stereotype that women’s primary source of power lies in their physical appeal, overshadowing intellect, or genuine connection. Rooted in insecurity or a need for dominance, her manipulations often lead to strained relationships and mistrust. Ultimately, the Femme Fatale may alienate herself from authentic intimacy as her identity becomes tied to deception and surface-level interactions.

Devouring Mother

The Devouring Mother archetype represents overbearing caregiving, where nurturing transforms into control. She smothers those she claims to protect, often undermining their independence to keep them reliant on her. While appearing selfless, her behavior is driven by a need to feel indispensable and exert authority. This archetype can manifest in parent-child relationships, romantic partnerships, or friendships, where her “help” becomes overreach. The Devouring Mother often stunts others’ growth, rationalizing her interference as love or concern. Her actions stem from unresolved fears of abandonment or insignificance, but they create toxic dependency, resentment, and emotional stifling. Those in her care may struggle with autonomy, boundaries, and self-confidence. A variant of the Devouring Mother is the martyr, who also seeks control through service but uses sacrifice to elicit guilt, praise, or obligation from others. Both struggle with boundaries and foster toxic dependency.

Mean Girl

The Mean Girl archetype thrives on social dominance through exclusion, gossip, and subtle cruelty. She wields her influence to ostracize, belittle, or manipulate others, often targeting perceived threats to her status or image. Her power comes from exploiting insecurities, fostering competition, and maintaining a facade of superiority. The Mean Girl often operates in cliques, reinforcing toxic dynamics of rivalry and conformity. While her actions stem from insecurity and a desire for validation, they create environments of distrust and emotional harm. This archetype reflects societal pressures for women to compete rather than collaborate, perpetuating cycles of jealousy and division. In the long term, the Mean Girl’s relationships lack depth, and her influence diminishes as others recognize her toxicity.

Eternal Daughter

The Eternal Daughter archetype represents perpetual dependence and refusal to step into full adulthood. She clings to the protection and validation of others, often relying on parental figures, partners, or authority figures to navigate life. This archetype avoids responsibility, fearing failure or loss of comfort, and may manipulate others into caretaking roles through helplessness or emotional appeals. The Eternal Daughter’s refusal to mature creates imbalanced relationships where others shoulder her burdens or make decisions for her. While this behavior may stem from anxiety or low self-esteem, it fosters stagnation and resentment in herself and those around her. Breaking free from this archetype requires confronting fears of independence and embracing personal growth. A variant of the Eternal Daughter is the victim, which also fosters unbalanced relationships by depending on others to shoulder their responsibilities.

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