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(psychology) An intention that goes in the opposite direction from what one wants to happen.

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counter-intention

Source Word

counter-intention

(psychology) An intention that goes in the opposite direction from what one wants to happen.

Japanese Meaning

望む結果と反対の方向へ進む意図 / 目指す結果に逆らう意向 / 目的とは逆の方向性を持つ意志

Her persistent counter-intention sabotaged the therapy's progress, because she unconsciously acted against the change she sought.

彼女の持続する自分の望む結果に逆行する意図が療法の進行を妨げ、彼女は無意識のうちに求める変化に反して行動していた。

Sense（1）

(psychology) An intention that goes in the opposite direction from what one wants to happen.

counter-intentions

（ plural ）