Jordan's lover of four years just left him.He's hurt,angry,and confused,and says to himself,"He never did understand my need for independence." This explanation for the break-up best reflects which human motive?

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The explanation given reflects the human motive of protecting one's self-esteem by justifying the break-up as a result of his need for independence, rather than accepting any personal faults or shortcomings that may have contributed to the end of the relationship.

Jordan's Lover of Four Years Just Left Him