Meaning
Meaning includes the values, identity, purpose, beliefs, culture, and sense of connection through which people interpret their lives. It can offer direction and belonging, especially during change, difficulty, or transition.
What this domain can include
- Values, commitments, and what matters most
- Identity, culture, faith, spirituality, and worldview
- Purpose, hope, creativity, and contribution
- The stories people tell about themselves and their experiences
Questions to explore
- What feels important or worth protecting?
- What gives a sense of connection, direction, or hope?
- Are there meanings or beliefs that have changed over time?
Meaning is personal. The framework invites people to describe what matters to them without imposing a belief system or assuming that everyone finds meaning in the same places.
