When Karen suggested to Gordy that they go out for coffee on Friday night, Gordy said, "Sorry, I can't make it Friday. Perhaps some other time?" Karen did not suggest another time, but instead thought to herself that she was obviously not very attractive and always said the wrong thing to men. Martin Seligman would say that Karen has a(n):

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Karen is exhibiting a pessimistic explanatory style by attributing Gordy's rejection to her own perceived lack of attractiveness and social skills, rather than considering external factors that may have led to his inability to meet up with her on Friday night.

When Karen Suggested to Gordy That They Go Out for Coffee