The Difference Between Meaning & Happiness

Philosophers, researchers, spiritual leaders -- they've all debated what makes life worth living. Is it a life filled with happiness or a life filled with purpose and meaning? Is there even a difference between the two? Recently some researchers have explored these questions in depth, trying to tease apart the differences between a meaningful life and a happy one. Their research suggests there's more to life than happiness -- and even calls into question some previous findings from the field of positive psychology. This piece shares more.

http://www.dailygood.org/story/666/the-difference-between-meaning-and-happiness-jill-suttie-jason-marsh/