Understanding Topic 6: Conflicting Motives In psychology, (or motivational conflict) occur when an individual faces two or more opposing needs, goals, or demands simultaneously. This mental struggle often leads to frustration, stress, and indecision because satisfying one motive often comes at the expense of another. The Four Major Types of Conflict
Experience : This is typically the least stressful type and is resolved as soon as you start moving toward one choice, which then becomes more attractive.
: Choosing between two or more options, where each option has both pros and cons. 6 : Conflicting Motives
: A single goal has both positive and negative aspects.
Conflicting motives trigger several psychological phenomena: : Choosing between two or more options, where
Experience : You waver because the goal is both appealing and repelling. As you get closer to the goal, the negative aspects "loom larger" and push you away.
Experience : This is the most common real-life conflict and typically produces the most anxiety and long-term deliberation. Psychological Impact and Resolution As you get closer to the goal, the
Example : Deciding between two equally fun vacation spots like Florida or Colorado.