What are Existential Concerns, Meaning and Purpose?
Existential concerns involve questions about meaning, purpose, identity, and direction in life. People may reflect on why they are here, what truly matters, or how to live authentically. These concerns often arise during periods of change, loss, or reflection. While deeply human, existential concerns can feel unsettling when clarity or direction feels out of reach.
How Existential Concerns Affect Your Life
Existential concerns may lead to feelings of emptiness, anxiety, or restlessness.
Some people feel disconnected from their values or uncertain about future choices, impacting motivation and relationships.
What Causes Existential Concerns?
Life transitions, loss, aging, or major decisions often prompt existential reflection.
Cultural expectations or unfulfilled goals may intensify these questions.
Why Professional Help Makes a Difference
Therapy offers a supportive space to explore meaning without judgement.
Therapeutic Approaches That Help
Approaches include existential therapy, values based work, and narrative exploration.
Who is Affected by Existential Concerns?
Existential concerns affect people of all ages and backgrounds.
What Recovery Can Look Like
Recovery often involves reconnecting with values and living more intentionally.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are existential concerns a mental illness?
No. They are part of being human.
Realistic Case Example
Maria felt successful but empty. Therapy helped her reconnect with personal meaning and purpose.
Related Concerns
Next Steps
You do not need a diagnosis to explore meaning and purpose.