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Primary appraisals are the initial evaluations that we make when we encounter a stressful situation. These appraisals involve assessing the situation to determine if it is a threat, a challenge, or a loss. If the situation is perceived as a threat, we may experience fear or anxiety. If the situation is perceived as a challenge, we may feel motivated to take action. If the situation is perceived as a loss, we may feel sadness or grief.
Secondary appraisals are the evaluations we make after we have assessed the situation. These appraisals involve evaluating our own ability to cope with the situation and determining what resources we have available to us. We may also evaluate the potential outcomes of the situation and determine what actions we can take to improve the situation.
A stressful situation that I recently encountered was a deadline for a project at work that was quickly approaching. During the primary appraisal, I assessed the situation as a challenge, as I felt motivated to complete the project on time. However, I also experienced some anxiety because I was concerned that I might not be able to finish the project on time. During the secondary appraisal, I evaluated my own ability to cope with the situation and determined that I had the necessary skills and resources to complete the project. I also evaluated the potential outcomes of the situation and determined that if I completed the project on time, it would be a positive outcome. I then took action by breaking down the project into smaller tasks and creating a timeline for completing each task. By using primary and secondary appraisals, I was able to manage my stress and complete the project on time.