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#802 - Arthur Brooks - How To Stop Feeling Lost & Find Your True Purpose

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The Importance of coherence, Meaning and significance

The most crucial aspect of a fulfilling life is meaning, as it is fundamental for happiness. Meaning is a combination of coherence, purpose, and significance. Coherence involves understanding why things happen, regardless if the interpretation is accurate. Purpose is the direction and goals one sets in life, distinct from meaning. Significance pertains to the belief that one's life is meaningful. Lack of meaning is a key factor contributing to unhappiness among young adults, who often overlook pursuing meaning. To determine if individuals have a crisis of meaning, evaluating their sense of coherence, purpose, and significance is essential. Answering fundamental questions such as 'Why are you alive?' and 'For what are you willing to give your life joyfully?' is crucial in establishing a sense of meaning and purpose in life.

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