Question

“I used to get so nervous when I took part in spelling bees,” says nine-year-old Ceretha. “But then Ifigured out that everybody misspells words sometimes, and I should just focus on learning stuff.” Whatdid Ceretha do to reduce her stress level?
(1 point)
changed her environment
reframed the situation
activated the fight-or-flight response
activated the autonomic nervous system
A)
The expression “Be here now” is an example of what?
(1 point)
eustress
hopelessness
mindfulness
repression

Answer 1

1) Reframed the situation — she changed how she thought about spelling bees (cognitive reappraisal).
2) Mindfulness — “Be here now” is an instruction to focus on the present moment.