1. 9. INTERNAL CONFLICT “Internal conflict is a problem inside the mind of the protagonist. It is human vs. self.”

2. Internal conflict is important because it is a struggle between a character and something inside himself/herself. This could be fear, love, loss, pain or some other struggle.

3. Internal conflict is a psychological conflict inside a character’s conscience. Internal conflict is not always “good” vs. “evil.” It can also be a conflict between two positive ideas.

4. For example, internal conflict can be a choice between two lifestyles

5. Internal conflicts can also become a matter of life and death.

6. Understanding internal conflict can be the beginning of understanding our own mental health.

7. Every person has conflicts inside their mind
Every person has conflicts inside their mind. Literature explores these conflicts so we can better understand ourselves.

8. What are some internal conflicts you have? How do you solve them?
Internal conflict can give you a lot of stress. It’s good to talk with someone if you have a problem.
What are some internal conflicts you have? How do you solve them?
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9. Writing #9: What’s internal conflict and why is it important to study
Writing #9: What’s internal conflict and why is it important to study? How can internal conflict affect our mental health?
(Define) Internal conflict is ______________________________
_____________________________________________________ .
(Explain) It is important to understand because ______________
_____________________________________________________.
This can affect our mental health because ___________________
(Example) Some examples of internal conflict are _____________
and ______________ and _____________ and ______________.
(Describe) One internal conflict I have is ____________________.
It is difficult because ___________________________________