Manal has decided she would like to lose some weight in the coming month.She posts online that this is her goal for the month.What does research based on symbolic self-completion theory suggest will happen?

A) Manal will successfully self-complete by losing weight.
B) Because she has self-completed through her online post,Manal may actually be less likely to lose much weight.
C) Manal will only successfully lose weight if she receives overwhelming support from her friends.
D) Manal will only successfully lose weight if she is generally ignored by her friends.

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mrsohel farideng · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Symbolic self-completion theory suggests that individuals may feel a sense of completion or accomplishment simply by making statements or actions that symbolize their desired self-image. In this case, Manal's online post symbolizes her desire to be a healthier and fitter person. However, the theory also suggests that this symbolic self-completion can reduce the motivation to actually achieve the desired goal, as the individual may feel that they have already accomplished something by making the statement or action. Therefore, Manal may actually be less likely to lose weight because she has already completed her goal symbolically through her online post.

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