The power of meaning : crafting a life that matters / by Emily Esfahani Smith
By: Esfahani Smith, Emily.
Publisher: London, U.K. : Rider, 2017Description: 290 p. ; 22 cm.ISBN: 9781846045356.Subject(s): Personal development | Psychology | Sociology
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Summary: Argues that the search for meaning can immeasurably deepen our lives and is more fulfilling than the pursuit of happiness. Draws on psychology, philosophy, sociology and lessons from religions to identify what meaning is and how to instil it in our lives, communities and workplaces.
The meaning crisis -- Belonging -- Purpose -- Storytelling -- Transcendence -- Growth -- Cultures of meaning.
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The meaning crisis -- Belonging -- Purpose -- Storytelling -- Transcendence -- Growth -- Cultures of meaning.
Argues that the search for meaning can immeasurably deepen our lives and is more fulfilling than the pursuit of happiness. Draws on psychology, philosophy, sociology and lessons from religions to identify what meaning is and how to instil it in our lives, communities and workplaces.