M tells the group "I have so many problems in my life that it is hard to know where to begin." The leader suggests "Choose the problem that is troubling you most at this time and tell us about it." The leader is promoting
A. insight.
B. focusing.
C. reframing.
D. feedback.
Ans: B. focusing.
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