What is the Purpose of Life?
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Is life something we create meaning for ourselves, or does it have a greater purpose beyond us? This age-old question has been asked by philosophers, scientists, and spiritual thinkers alike. Some say our purpose is rooted in relationships, creativity, or love. Others argue it comes from serving something larger than ourselves—whether that’s nature, humanity, or the universe. Still others suggest life has no fixed purpose at all, and that freedom itself is the point.
In this session, we’ll explore:
- How different traditions—philosophical, religious, scientific—approach the question of life’s purpose.
- Whether purpose is universal or deeply personal.
- The role of meaning-making in our everyday lives.
- How uncertainty or ambiguity about purpose can be both unsettling and liberating.
Bring your thoughts, your questions, and your experiences. This won’t be a debate about who is “right,” but a shared exploration of perspectives on one of humanity’s deepest questions.
You must register and be on the “Attendees - Going” list to attend.
Minimum spend of $10 at the cafe on food and/or drink. This enables us to have free use of their private room.
We meet UPSTAIRS at the Little Turkish Cafe.
Please arrive early to order food and/or drink before you join us. Several people arrive early and eat downstairs before the Meetup. You are welcome to join us.
Bring $1 to cover Meetup costs.
RSVP POLICY:
RSVPs and cancellations will be accepted up until 6 hours before the start of the meetup so that people who feel unwell on the day have time to change their RSVP and allow someone else to attend.
Being registered to attend and not attending OR cancelling your attendance after 12:30pm on Tuesday will be considered a 'No Show'.
Members with two 'No Shows' will be banned from attending further D&M Meetups.
This RSVP policy has become necessary due to the high number of last minute withdrawals and non-attendance. This unfairly causes people on the Waiting List to miss out. Thanks for your cooperation.