There is a longstanding debate as to whether people have free will, defined as the capacity to make decisions independent of the external world. The existential philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre suggested ...

Considering most people spend the majority of their waking hours in a job — oftentimes, one they can't stand — it's important to recognize the best ways to support employees' well-being, work-life ...

...and why having one is so good for your well-being 💛 Reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD Volunteering and surrounding yourself with positive people can help you find your purpose. Listening to feedback ...

How often do we stop to think about the meaning of life? If you’re like me, probably not much. Even though I may feel a vague sense of anxiety around how my life is unfolding and the inevitability of ...

Is human existence meaningful? If so, what gives life meaning? Or, as some existentialists such as Jean-Paul Sartre assert, is life inherently meaningless? If so, how does one live and find ...

A growing body of research suggests our social-psychological health matters when it comes to health and longevity. For example, studies have found that people who are more satisfied with life or have ...

Principles of Existential Therapy Addressing Fundamental Human Concerns Benefits of Existential Therapy Applicability to Various Mental Health Conditions Combining Existential Therapy with Other ...

Psychological and philosophical studies have long shown that a person's subjective moods and emotions have a significant impact on how they experience the "meaning in life." Philosopher Matthew ...

Fostering shared understanding between romantic partners may be a powerful way for people to navigate uncertainty and build a more meaningful life, a study by McGill researchers suggests. The study, ...

Have you thought about what a successful retirement looks like? I don’t mean whether you’ve saved enough. That’s important, sure. But money alone doesn’t guarantee you’ll wake up feeling excited about ...