Life Crafting

GLOSSARY

A process in which people actively reflect on their present and future life, set goals for important areas of life – social, career, and leisure time – and, if required, make concrete plans and undertake actions to change these areas in a way that is more congruent with their values and wishes. See also narrative identity and self-concordant goals.

Pie chart icon representing cost of living with house, food, heart, and dollar symbols.
Pie chart icon representing cost of living with house, food, heart, and dollar symbols.

Reference:

Schippers, M. C., & Ziegler, N. (2019). Life crafting as a way to find purpose and meaning in life. Frontiers in Psychology, 10, 462158. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.02778