New Books in Psychology

Making Meaning Episode 2: A Fortunate Coalescence

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Feb 5, 2023
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INSIGHT

Meaning of Life Framework

  • People often believe life's meaning is either cosmically predetermined or meaningless.
  • This framework, influenced by existentialists like Sartre and Camus, presents a false dichotomy.
ANECDOTE

Surfing as a Meaningful Activity

  • Aaron James found surfing to be a deeply meaningful activity, not just a hobby.
  • Surfing provided a sense of purpose and connection to the present moment.
INSIGHT

Meaning in Surfing

  • Surfing's meaning comes from the dynamic interplay between the surfer's skill and the wave's power.
  • This "adaptive attunement" creates a joyous awareness beyond mere pleasure.
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