Tomas isn't having much success in meeting women. He asks his friend, Tanya, to help identify what he is doing that might be turning off the women he meets. Since Tanya has known him since they were in kindergarten, she tactfully but honestly tells him what she thinks. Tomas' reliance on his relationship with Tanya reflects which strategy for improving one's self-esteem?

A. developing honest relationships
B. letting go of the past
C. visualizing a positive image
D. avoiding comparisons


Answer: A

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In arguing that there is a reason for change in policy, which of the following is

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