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Meaning Matters: Essays By David Chan

by David Chan
Meaning Matters: Essays By David Chan - Thryft
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Thought-provoking essays on finding personal and societal meaning.

This book could be a good read for those seeking insightful perspectives on the critical issues faced by individuals and society. With thought-provoking essays, David Chan explores the concept of "Meaning Matters" and delves into why it is important to understand how we make sense of our experiences. Through his powerful self-reflections and societal analysis, this book offers a springboard for deep introspection and meaningful discussions, making it a valuable resource for personal growth and societal progress.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Meaning Matters: Essays By David Chan

by David Chan
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ISBN: 9789811250682
Authors: David Chan
Publisher: December 3, 2021
Date of Publication: 2021-12-03
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Personal Development, Sociology
Related Topics: Personal Development, Psychology, Politics, Social Issues
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Description

This book is the third collection of essays by behavioural scientist Professor David Chan, most of which first appeared in The Straits Times. Endorsed by fifty leaders from different sectors, this book provides a powerful springboard for self-reflections, sense-making, internal and public discussions, and individual and collective actions. A common theme that runs through these essays may be described as "Meaning Matters" which refers to the content and subject matter of the critical issues experienced by people and what it means to them. It is also about why the way that people think, feel and act as they make sense and meaning of their experiences should matter to individual well-being and societal progress in Singapore. This book goes beyond examining what critical issues mean or matter to people, policy making and nation building, and why they do, to focus on translating the "what it means" and "why it means" to "how it means" and "when it means".
 

Thought-provoking essays on finding personal and societal meaning.

This book could be a good read for those seeking insightful perspectives on the critical issues faced by individuals and society. With thought-provoking essays, David Chan explores the concept of "Meaning Matters" and delves into why it is important to understand how we make sense of our experiences. Through his powerful self-reflections and societal analysis, this book offers a springboard for deep introspection and meaningful discussions, making it a valuable resource for personal growth and societal progress.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.