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Nov 8, 2013
"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.
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.