The Meanings of Life

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November 8, 2013 a project of ServiceSpace The sole meaning of life is to serve humanity. - Leo Tolstoy - The Meanings of Life Professor Roy Baumeister wonders why parents often say: 'I just want my children to be happy,' rather than: 'I just want my children's lives to be meaningful." Yet we fear meaninglessness, and when we lose a sense of meaning, we get depressed. What is this thing we call meaning, and why might we need it so badly? This thoughtful article shares more. { read more } Be The Change We often find meaning in the little things we do, and in relationships. Look for what you really care about, and honor it with your attention. COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News Top 5 Regrets of the Dying The Power of Introverts How To Trick Your Brain for Happiness 9 Simple Steps to Improve Your Health 9 Essential Skills Kids Should Learn Manic Nation: Why We're Addicted to Stress Roger Ebert Goes Gently Into That Good Night Learning How To Forgive DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 133,290 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More