Luisa found her cubicle oppressively hot, and it was affecting her ability to work. She got in the habit of adjusting the thermostat each morning, and then found that the rest of her day went smoothly. Luisa’s boss knew that the switch hadn’t worked
for years, but didn’t ever say anything. What was contributing to Luisa’s stress reduction in this overheated work situation?
A) Actual control
B) A change in temperature
C) Mindfulness
D) Perceived control
D) Perceived control
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