Even though Gary is a very controlling person, Jackie is in love with him and says yes when he asks her to marry him. As the engagement period continues, Jackie is starting to get worried that she may not be able to stand his strong desire to control her activities. Although she really wants to marry him, the closer the wedding day gets, the more she is concerned about his control. Jackie is experiencing which motivational conflict?

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Jackie is experiencing an approach-avoidance conflict because she is drawn to the positive aspects of marrying Gary (approach) but is also repelled by his controlling nature (avoidance).

Even Though Gary Is a Very Controlling Person, Jackie Is