Humans are motivated to maintain a positive view of themselves, and to focus on their good qualities while downplaying the bad. This known as
A) Self-improvement
B) Self-enhancement
C) Self-sabotage
D) Self-reliance

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Self-enhancement refers to the motive to maintain and enhance a positive self-view. This can involve highlighting one's strengths and positive qualities, while minimizing or downplaying one's weaknesses or negative aspects of the self. Self-improvement, on the other hand, focuses on making actual improvements and changes to oneself, rather than just maintaining a positive self-view. Self-sabotage involves behaviors or actions that undermine one's own goals or success, while self-reliance refers to the ability to rely on oneself and be self-sufficient.

Humans Are Motivated to Maintain a Positive View of Themselves