You recently interviewed for a new job but did not get it. When you attribute the rejection to the fact that you "messed up" in the interview, what type of attributional style are you using?

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By attributing the rejection to a personal mistake (messed up in the interview), the individual is using an internal attributional style that assigns responsibility to themselves rather than external factors or circumstances outside their control. This suggests a tendency to take personal responsibility for success or failure, which can be positive or negative depending on the situation.

You Recently Interviewed for a New Job but Did Not