Jimena was out late partying on Friday night, had to get up early Saturday morning for work, and then went to a late movie on Saturday night. Her roommate, who woke her up early Sunday morning for a ride to the hospital, had emergency surgery for appendicitis. Now it is 6:00 a. m. on Monday. Jimena would like to keep sleeping, but she knows that she has to get up soon to make it to her psychology class. Which statement is the best example of positive self-talk that Jimena should use to motivate herself to get up and go to class?
A) "Psychology is one of your electives, not a requirement for your major."
B) "Your instructor allows three absences, and you haven't used any of them yet."
C) "You enjoy your psychology course, and you get a lot out of it."
D) "If you go to your psychology class this morning, you can skip your history class this afternoon."

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C is the best example of positive self-talk because it focuses on the intrinsic value and enjoyment Jimena gets from her psychology class, which is a constructive and motivating reason to attend.

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