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Psychologist links happiness to belief in personal choice

A psychologist writing for Forbes suggests that genuine happiness is linked to the mindset that one's choices are their own. This belief in personal agency can positively impact mood, though the article also notes potential drawbacks to this perspective. AI

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Psychologist links happiness to belief in personal choice

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Travers, Contributor ·

    The No. 1 Mindset All Genuinely Happy People Share, By A Psychologist

    A new study finds everyday happiness tracks a single mindset — that your choices are actually yours. Here's what that does to your mood, and where it backfires.