Paul Was Not Given a Promotion

question 127

Multiple Choice

Paul was not given a promotion. He feels upset and disappointed because he thinks of himself as a failure who will never succeed. From the perspective of rational-emotive behavior therapy, Paul's view of himself is the

• A)activating event.
• B)irrational belief.
• C)self-defeating behavior.
• D)consequence.
• E)outcome.

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Definitions:

Circular

Having the shape or form of a circle; often implies a process or situation that ends where it originally began, creating a loop.

Recursive

Pertaining to a process that repeats itself in a self-similar way, often used in mathematics and computer science to describe functions or algorithms that call themselves.

Furthering Knowing

The process of continuously seeking and acquiring deeper understanding and insights in a particular field or discipline.

In the Moment

A state of being fully engaged and present in the current situation, often emphasized in mindfulness practices.