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Self-transcendence: A salutogenic process for well-being

Health Promotion in Health Care Vital Theories and Research April 12, 2021 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-63135-2_9 (opens in new tab)

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Characteristics Theoretical or philosophical paper Peer reviewed
Key points Argues that self-transcendence is relevant to understanding how human beings attain or maintain well-being and has empirical support and practical relevance in promoting well-being across the health continuum. Proposes that increasing understanding of self-transcendence may facilitate continued research and identification of health-promoting interventions.

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Abstract Self-transcendence is a concept relevant to understanding how human beings attain or maintain well-being. Not surprisingly, it is similar to other concepts that are in some way linked to human well-being. The purpose of this chapter is to discuss self-transcendence particularly for its empirical support and practical relevance in promoting well-being across the health continuum. Increasing understanding and generating new ideas about self-transcendence may also facilitate continued research into self-transcendence and identification of health-promoting interventions and practices that foster well-being, particularly in difficult life situations.

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