There is very little external opposition or conflict in Anna’s life. Internally is completely different matter. Anna’s dissatisfaction with her life is in constant conflict with her need to support herself and pay her bills. Given the opportunity, however unlikely or implausible it might be, she would rather live within the confines and strictures of her games. At least there the rules are straightforward and easy to determine.

In addition, Anna’s need to feel confident and secure makes it difficult for her to pull herself out of her games and return to the “real” world where she feels powerless and insecure. This inner conflict is probably the most difficult for her to overcome.