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- Transcendent experiences move us beyond our individual ego-sense of who we are and help us to perceive ourselves differently. As a result, they can help us feel connected to the world around us and find a greater sense of meaning and purpose in life.
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Dec 23, 2023 · It can also involve different levels of transcendence, from the momentary to the ultimate. For example, we can experience self-transcendence by being mindful of the present moment and appreciating the small joys of life, such as a cup of coffee or a sunset (Hicks et al., 2020).
Apr 9, 2016 · I then discuss three levels of meaning-seeking that result in self-transcendence: (1) Meaning of the moment through mindful awareness, (2) Meaning in life through the pursuit of a calling, and (3) Ultimate meaning through faith in a transcendental realm.
- Paul T. P. Wong
- drpaulwong@gmail.com
- 2016
Apr 20, 2022 · For the phrase ‘the meaning of life’ suggests a rather grand holistic perspective—a sense that our life as a whole is to be measured against some overall standard, goal, or purpose. By contrast, asking about meaning in life invites us to take a more pragmatic and piecemeal approach, and to look at various activities and pursuits within ...
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- The Real-World Importance of Self-Transcendence
Self-transcendence and death-transcendence are inter-related. Successfully achieving a state of self-transcendence is therefore about not only greater emotional and physical well-being as one ages but also with coming to terms with major existential challenges including mortality and the meaning of life. Self-transcendence may go hand-in-hand with ...
While there is a substantial body of work examining how various elements of self-transcendence and related concepts track with various outcomes, research has not looked closely at the components of self-transcendence as people actually use these concepts in their lives. In order to get a better understanding, Reischer and colleagues worked with par...
Six key narrative themes emerged: 1. Closure: How much past regrets do or do not define oneself in the present. Self-transcendence is associated with a greater sense of closure and lower feelings of victimization. 2. Interconnectedness:How much we do or do not feel connected with humanity as a whole. Greater connection with humanity signifies great...
In the second study, self-transcendence showed the strongest correlations with closure, interconnectedness, self-actualization and spiritual pluralism. Participants reporting the greatest self-transcendence “describe events and challenges in their lives as laced with themes of self-actualization, acceptance, deep spiritualityand respect for other s...
Given that self-transcendence is associated with many positive late-life outcomes, it is naturally desirable to cultivate. The current study identifies possible targets for intervention through analysis to identify key themes. In this study, self-transcendence was significantly correlated with closure, interconnectedness, self-actualization, and sp...
Apr 30, 2021 · Wong proposes that the “will to meaning” is a motivational factor, and the meaning mindset is a cognitive capacity or response to identify and discover meaning in life. He believes these two factors lead to a discovery and experience of self-transcendence.
- Piers Worth, Matthew D. Smith
- 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.648381
- 2021
- Front Psychol. 2021; 12: 648381.
Jun 15, 2024 · By letting go of expectations through meditation, focusing on the breath, being present and wu-wei (not-forcing) it was possible for Fircks to experience a true peak-experience and thereby self-transcendence, which led to the experience of a new and previously unknown level of contentment and peace.
Mar 23, 2022 · In this sense, Serrata Malfitano et al. (2019) suggest that collective transcendence does not necessarily happen in everyday life. Rather, as Zumeta et al. (2020) point out, for a person to experience collective transcendence, the existence of triggers, rituals and collective actions is needed.
