Give two reasons why people engage in self-defeating behavior even when they state that they really want to make a change. (2 points)

What will be an ideal response


Explain why people engage in self-defeating behavior even when they state that they really want to make a change. 2 points; 1 each for any of the following:
- There is some payoff for the negative behavior; unconsciously you feel that the behavior, even if negative, is saving you from something worse; there is a positive intention to the negative behavior
- A change would challenge some belief you have about the world or what is possible for you to achieve
- You want to maintain your comfort zone

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