Quest For Purpose Research Articles

Meaningful work literature meta-review

This paper delves into the complex terrain of meaningful work, a concept at the heart of contemporary career development and organizational behavior discourse. By synthesizing the foundational perspectives, we explore the dual dimensions of meaningful work: the individual-oriented perspective, which emphasizes self-actualization, and the socially-oriented perspective, which situates the meaning of work within broader social, cultural, and institutional contexts. We propose a novel conceptualization of "deeply meaningful work" that harmonizes these perspectives, integrating personal fulfillment with societal contribution to unveil a more nuanced understanding of what makes work meaningful. Drawing on the theoretical frameworks, our review navigates the intersection of personal identity, societal value, and the quest for purpose in professional endeavors. Through an extensive literature review, we seek to refine the definition of meaningful work, addressing gaps in the current understanding and offering insights into fostering environments that promote deeply meaningful work. This study contributes to the academic discussion on meaningful work and provides practical implications for individuals seeking fulfillment in their careers and organizations aiming to cultivate a motivated, engaged workforce.

Liberal Learning as a Quest for Purpose by William M. Sullivan

Liberal Learning as a Quest for Purpose by William M. Sullivan

Cultivating the Successful Quest for Purpose on Campus: What We Learned from Students

Cultivating the Successful Quest for Purpose on Campus: What We Learned from Students

How Students’ Expectations Shape Their Quest for Purpose During College

This article presents the findings of a 75-participant phenomenological study that examined the relationship between students’ expectations of their university experience and their perception of purpose development. A clear dichotomy emerged between those who had a “holistic” mindset and understood their university as a place to develop a larger purpose and those who had an “instrumental” mindset and viewed their university solely as a place to develop skills to enhance a future career.

Exploring Vocation: Reframing Undergraduate Education as a Quest for Purpose

Between 1999 and 2012, the Lilly Endowment placed major resources into a unique experiment in undergraduate education. Called the Program on the Theological Exploration of Vocation (PTEV), this pro...

The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion, and the Quest for Purpose. John F. Haught

<i>The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion, and the Quest for Purpose</i>. John F. Haught

The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose

The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose

Book Review: The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose, by John F. Haught, New York, Paulist Press, 1984, pp. 184. Price $6.95

Book Review: The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose, by John F. Haught, New York, Paulist Press, 1984, pp. 184. Price $6.95

The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose. By John F. Haught. New York: Paulist, 1984. v + 184 pages. $6.95 (paper).

The Cosmic Adventure: Science, Religion and the Quest for Purpose. By John F. Haught. New York: Paulist, 1984. v + 184 pages. $6.95 (paper).

Education in Classical GreeceSchools of Hellas. Kenneth John FreemanThe Educational Theories of the Sophists. James L. Jarrett

Previous articleNext article No AccessReappraisalEducation in Classical Greece . Kenneth John Freeman Schools of Hellas. Kenneth John Freeman The Educational Theories of the Sophists. James L. Jarrett Richard JohnsonRichard Johnson Search for more articles by this author PDFPDF PLUS Add to favoritesDownload CitationTrack CitationsPermissionsReprints Share onFacebookTwitterLinkedInRedditEmail SectionsMoreDetailsFiguresReferencesCited by Volume 82, Number 1Nov., 1973 Article DOIhttps://doi.org/10.1086/443122 Views: 5Total views on this site Citations: 1Citations are reported from Crossref Journal History This article was published in The School Review (1893-1979), which is continued by the American Journal of Education (1979-present). Copyright 1973 The University of ChicagoPDF download Crossref reports the following articles citing this article:Ludovica Mazzucato The Evolving Role of the Teacher-Student as a Guide in the Quest for Purpose, (Jan 2022): 629–640.https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-74088-7_62