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A foundational idea in self-determination theory is that we have three basic psychological needs: for autonomy, competence and relatedness.
Today’s young professionals entered the labour market in uncertain times.
Our own study resoundingly finds that you can still be happy even if you want to have a child but are unable to.
Having a sense of purpose is linked to a range of physical and mental health benefits.
By getting us to focus on what matters to our lives, affirmations can act as a counterbalance to spiralling negative thoughts.
College students who are focused on career goals and personal growth – and growth for others – tend to fare better academically, new research finds.
Here’s how to travel with purpose and be a more responsible tourist.
New Year’s resolutions are often no more than good ideas that last a few weeks. Research suggests, however, that putting purpose behind your resolutions can make a big difference. Here’s how.
Finding your creative space with meaning.
Jobs of the future will require emotional intelligence to complement the sophisticated machines we work with, so we need to equip young people with this vital skill
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