Beth Really Wants to Get in Shape, but Just Can't

question 79

Multiple Choice

Beth really wants to get in shape, but just can't seem to ever get herself to the gym. An example of a commitment device Beth could use would be to:

• A)spend time doing something she really enjoys, like watching a movie, before going to the gym.
• B)allow herself to eat one dessert as a reward for each visit to the gym.
• C)make arrangements to meet with an exercise buddy every day at the gym to work out together.
• D)None of these are commitment devices Beth could use.

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Definitions:

Imposterism

A psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and fears being exposed as a "fraud."

Unbiased Processing

The act of evaluating information in a way that is not influenced by personal feelings, interpretations, or prejudice; objective analysis.

Mindfulness

The practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.

Self-efficacy

The faith a person has in their potential to implement actions essential for reaching particular achievements.