What do I Mean by Meaning??

We have been unpacking Siegelman’s PERMA model in recent newsletters. (You can grab the previous newsletters in the links below). Essentially, it is a model that focuses on wellbeing and how we can flourish.

The M in PERMA represents Meaning. Meaning and purpose are close cousins, in my book. Meaning is the emotional significance and importance we place in what we do. Purpose is why we get up in the morning to do it. Meaning is value and purpose is motivation. I think. What do you think?

Can you have one without the other? I don’t think so, unless perhaps you already have a sense of accomplishment and achievement (the subject of the next newsletter) after already reaching your goals?

The key is to find meaning in your goals, what gives you satisfaction. This will give you your purpose. Then, get involved and spend quality time in pursuit of your purpose. And Spiegelman says to use your passion for others for even greater fulfilment. I like that idea. It will give your life even greater meaning.