02/24/2026
“When you think about finding a purpose, you might think it's something grand in scale — like starting a non-profit. But a new book argues that purpose can be found in smaller everyday actions that help or support those around us.
The book is called Mattering: The secret to a life of deep connection and purpose. In it, author Jennifer Wallace explains that scientists have found the need to matter, or feel valued by others is fundamental to being human.”
https://www.npr.org/2026/02/22/nx-s1-5721237/life-purpose-mattering-social-ties
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https://www.npr.org/2026/02/22/nx-s1-5721237/life-purpose-mattering-social-ties
Research shows that having a sense of purpose can lower stress levels and boost our mental health. Finding meaning may not have to be an ambitious project.