Donita is angry with her boss, so she left work a little early in order to run an extra mile before it gets dark. Which defense mechanism is Donita employing?

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Donita is using sublimation, which is the defense mechanism of redirecting negative impulses or emotions into a more socially acceptable or productive activity, in this case running an extra mile.

Donita Is Angry with Her Boss, So She Left Work