The Psychology Podcast

William Damon || The Path to Purpose

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May 10, 2018
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INSIGHT

Three Components of Purpose

  • Purpose has three components: a long-term goal, personal meaningfulness, and impact beyond self-interest.
  • Genuine purpose requires owning the commitment and aiming to contribute beyond personal gain.
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Purpose vs Meaning

  • Viktor Frankl emphasized that purpose is a forward-looking, committed goal, not just meaning.
  • Purpose involves commitment beyond momentary experience, inspiring many in positive psychology.
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Purpose is a Developing Capacity

  • Purpose is a late developing capacity emerging during adolescence and continues developing through adulthood.
  • Only about 20% of youth are fully purposeful by age 22, with many gradually developing purpose over time.
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