• You feel despondent and discouraged after a setback
  • Helpful in depressive feelings evoked by a specific circumstance e.g. discouraged school children, failed a job interview, redundancy, a break up
  • You feel quite negative, pessimistic and lost some confidence - but will eventually give it another try
  • May be unable to see how own negative outlook can hinder progress
  • Positive potential: not affected by setbacks, bringing a positive attitude