Subjects are asked to rate from 0 (never) to 6 (always) what they do when in pain. 1.) I tell myself to be brave and to carry on despite the pain. 2.) I tell myself I can’t let the pain stand in the way of what I have to do. 3.) I see it as a challenge and don’t let it bother me. 4.) I tell myself that I can overcome the pain. 5.) No matter how bad it gets, I know I can handle it. 6.) I keep on going although it hurts.