Motivational traits may help explain why some people report greater well-being

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"People who are determined, passionate and believe in their ability to improve appear more likely to flourish and experience meaningful, engaging lives," says Professor Hermundur Sigmundsson at NTNU's Department of Psychology.

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  • Reported by Phys.org and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:20:05 UTC.

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