The Question of What Matters: Understanding Life’s Meaning

### The Question of What Matters: Understanding Life’s Meaning

The meaning of life — an ancient question that echoes across cultures, philosophies, and generations. It is the quiet murmur beneath our ambitions, the spark behind our choices, and the mystery that lingers in our deepest moments of reflection. But what is the meaning of life? Is it something we create, something we discover, or something that unfolds through our experiences?
Philosophers have offered countless perspectives. For existentialists like Sartre, meaning is not given — it is made. For Aristotle, a fulfilling life achieves eudaimonia — human flourishing through virtue. Spiritual traditions often speak of connection: to others, to the divine, or to the greater web of existence. Meanwhile, contemporary psychology highlights purpose as a key pillar of well-being — not a grand cosmic truth, but a personal compass that guides how we live each day.
Yet beyond theories, our lived experience tells its own story. We search for meaning in work, relationships, creativity, service, and self-discovery. Sometimes meaning feels vivid and clear; other times, it dissolves into uncertainty, prompting us to look inward. Often, the moments that feel most meaningful are simple: kindness shared, beauty encountered, a sense of presence that transcends explanation.
Is meaning something we pursue — or something that finds us when we slow down enough to listen?
In this session, we’ll explore life’s meaning not as a single answer, but as an evolving dialogue between philosophy, culture, and personal experience. Together, we’ll reflect on:

• How have different philosophies, religions, and cultures understood life’s purpose?
• Is meaning discovered, constructed, or inherently woven into our nature?
• Why do crises or transitions often spark deep questions about meaning?
• How can we cultivate a sense of purpose in everyday life — not just in grand achievements?
• What does it mean to live meaningfully in a world of distraction, complexity, and change?

Join us for a warm and open conversation that invites curiosity, self-reflection, and connection — a rare chance to pause, look inward, and rediscover what makes life worth living.
📅 Event Details
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 30 November 2025
⏰ Time: 14:00
📍 Location: Hardenbergstraße 10, 10623 Berlin
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