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Family Ties: The Secret to a Meaningful Life?

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Importance of Family Connections

A study from USC suggests people with more children and strong romantic relationships tend to see their lives as more meaningful. These family connections give people a strong sense of purpose and enhances their overall well-being.

Men’s Meaning in Life Varies with Relationship Quality

The study found that men’s sense of life’s meaning is more closely tied to the quality of their romantic relationships compared to women. This connection was strongest for men without children and weakens as they have more children, while for women, the number of children doesn’t change this link.

Social and Religious Factors Boost Life’s Meaning

The study says people who feel socially connected and are more religious tend to find their lives more meaningful. Social support, positive feelings, and a strong sense of self are all important to finding purpose in life.

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