Psychological Resistance

noun an attempt to put an end to the authority of a person or body by rebelling

verb to rise in rebellion

• The citizens staged a revolt against the corrupt government.
• The students decided to revolt against the new school rules.
• The workers were ready to revolt if their demands were not met.
• Her decision to quit her job was a revolt against the corporate culture.

adjective reluctant or not wanting to do something

• The employee was unwilling to work overtime without proper compensation.
• She's unwilling to share her snacks with anyone.
• He's totally unwilling to try new things, dude.
• The artist was unwilling to compromise on her vision for the painting.