Jack was talking to his friend Jane about all his positive characteristics.In the middle of the conversation,he took a prescription pill for a sore throat.This pill had an interesting side effect-it altered the way Jack thinks.After taking the pill,he no longer talked about his positive characteristics;instead,he talked about how he needed to improve on his shortcomings,and the disappointment that his mother has about many of his qualities.Which of the following most accurately characterizes the side effect of this pill?

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The side effect of the pill gave Jack more objective self-awareness, as he shifted his focus from his positive characteristics to his shortcomings and the disappointment his mother has in him. This change in thinking reflects a more objective and critical evaluation of himself, rather than a subjective and biased evaluation of his positive qualities.

Jack Was Talking to His Friend Jane About All His