You fail your first exam for your nursing assistant program; however, some less motivated classmates did well. Your self-esteem is crushed. You lack confidence as you study for your next test; however, you start telling yourself that this is an opportunity to learn more effective studying skills. What is this behaviour an example of?

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This behavior is an example of reappraisal, which involves reinterpreting a situation in a more positive or constructive way. Instead of dwelling on the negative (failing the exam and feeling bad about it), the individual is reframing the situation as an opportunity for growth and improvement.

You Fail Your First Exam for Your Nursing Assistant Program;