The three meanings of meaning in life: Distinguishing coherence, purpose, and significance

Volume: 11, Issue: 5, Pages: 531 - 545
Published: Jan 27, 2016
Abstract
Despite growing interest in meaning in life, many have voiced their concern over the conceptual refinement of the construct itself. Researchers seem to have two main ways to understand what meaning in life means: coherence and purpose, with a third way, significance, gaining increasing attention. Coherence means a sense of comprehensibility and one’s life making sense. Purpose means a sense of core goals, aims, and direction in life....
Paper Details
Title
The three meanings of meaning in life: Distinguishing coherence, purpose, and significance
Published Date
Jan 27, 2016
Volume
11
Issue
5
Pages
531 - 545
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