Asked by Nataly Llamas on Jul 01, 2024

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According to Langer, to become more mindful, people need to do all of the following EXCEPT

A) resist the impulse to reduce or control uncertainty in daily life.
B) ignore novel features in their situations and environment.
C) become less prone to evaluate themselves and others.
D) try to override their propensity to perform automatic behavior.

Automatic Behavior

actions performed without conscious thought or intention, often as habits or learned responses, allowing efficient execution of routine tasks.

Uncertainty

The condition of being unsure or having doubts about something, often leading to a lack of confidence in decisions.

Novel Features

Unique or distinctive attributes, characteristics, or aspects not previously known or recognized.

  • Realize the contribution of mindfulness towards the promotion of mental health and well-being.
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Michael PetrovichJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
According to Langer, to become more mindful, people should not ignore novel features in their situations and environment but rather pay attention to them. The other options (A, C, and D) are all ways to become more mindful.