Jim Is Having a Rough Term

Jim is having a rough term. He has had trouble keeping up with the rest of the class in his biology course, he lost some of his financial aid, and he hasn't been getting along with his new roommate. Still, Jim is taking things in stride. He's meeting with his biology instructor twice a week during office hours for extra help, he's working extra shifts at the campus bookstore to make up for the loss of financial aid, and he's maintaining a positive attitude and trying to find common ground with his roommate. Jim's actions show that he is

A) practicing self-actualization.
B) labeling his emotions.
C) being persistent.
D) delaying gratification.