What if meaning in life weren’t something we stumbled upon by chance, but something we could intentionally create? In this post, I explore a self-guided life-crafting intervention developed by psychologist Andrew D. Napier and colleagues that helps people align their lives with their core values, important relationships, and long-term goals. I walk through the first empirical study testing a full life-crafting intervention and highlight its promising results. I also share what happened when I applied the method to my own life, along with practical tips for using life crafting effectively to make meaningful changes in your own.

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