An impulse, drive, or sudden urge that contradicts or opposes another impulse or instinctive reaction.
From counter- (opposite) + impulse (from Latin 'impellere,' meaning to drive forward). A psychological term describing conflicting instincts or motivations.
Your brain is constantly generating counterimpulses—like when you want to eat cake but also want to be healthy; understanding these internal conflicts is key to self-control!
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