Why chasing meaningfulness and happiness might be counterproductive - Dr Frank Martela (Pt1) - Meaningful Sport Series

Today's episode explores insights from the extensive literature on meaning in life and how it can help us explore meaning in sport and physical activity contexts. Dr Frank Martela shares his work on meaning in life and how people find meaning in contemporary secular societies. We also explore why pursuit of happiness and meaning might lead to opposite outcomes, and how sport and physical activity can contribute to meaningfulness. Dr Frank Martela is a University Lecturer at Aalto University in Espoo, Finland and the author of the recent book A Wonderful Life: Insights on Finding a Meaningful Existence. To find out more about the book and Frank's work, visit his homepage, and follow the latest updates on Twitter @FrankMartela.