Existential Mattering

The degree to which individuals feel that their existence is of significance and value. To feel a sense of existential mattering is to feel that one’s existence is important and relevant. Existential mattering is the result of a global evaluation regarding the value of one’s existence rather than simply an evaluation of oneself in specific domains of life such as interpersonal relationships. It refers to an evaluation of the worth of one’s life when examining life from an existential or spiritual level. A component of meaningfulness in life. Contrast with mattering and anti-mattering.

Reference:

George, L. S., & Park, C. L. (2014). Existential mattering: bringing attention to a neglected but central aspect of meaning?. In Meaning in positive and existential psychology (pp. 39-51). New York, NY: Springer New York.