A Study on the Individual Determinants of Inertia: Meaning in Life and Trust
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Abstract
In this study, the effects of trust and meaning in life on inertia in university students were determined. The study is a relational survey model. The study group consisted of senior students (530 ) attending Uşak University Faculty of Education in the spring semester of the 2024-2025 academic year. “Trust scale” developed by Uymaz, “Meaning in Life scale” developed by Steger, et al. and “Inertia scale” developed by Liao, Fei & Liu were used as data collection tools. There is a significant and positive correlation between trust, meaning in life and inertia. Meaning in life and trust are highly significant predictors of inertia. Meaning in life has a greater impact on inertia than trust. Inertia is shaped by the meaning given to life. Trust and meaning in life are two powerful determinants of inertia. Inertia in individuals varies depending on trust and meaning in life.