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emotion and motivation

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optimal functioning

optimal functioning In the individual zone of optimal functioning model, optimal functioning means performing best when a person’s psychological state falls within that person’s own effective range.

In the individual zone of optimal functioning model, optimal functioning means performing best when a person’s psychological state falls within that person’s own effective range. This range can differ across people and may involve levels of cognitive anxiety, bodily anxiety, and self-confidence that are linked with stronger performance.