ABOUT US
Welcome
Welcome to the Liang Lab! We are located in Boston College's Lynch School of Education and Human Development. We specialize in youth purpose intervention and research....
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So what is "purpose?"
Purpose can be described as a long-term big picture goal or passion, something that you want to do or be someday that's very meaningful to you. You might think of it as similar to a life dream that you have.
Propensity
People who have a clear understanding of their strengths are able to identify a purpose that aligns with their abilities.
prosocial benefits
Meaningful causes that go beyond the self facilitate a strong sense of purpose.
The 4 P's of purpose
Purpose playbooks
What do I stand for? What are my guiding principles?
What makes me my best self?
What am I motivated to learn and master?
How can I make a meaningful impact?
How can I reflect, motivate, and act?
Who has offered me guidance in my purpose journey?