transpersonal
tranz-PUR-suh-nul
Definition
Relating to or encompassing experiences that transcend the individual self, often characterized by a feeling of connection to something larger than one's own ego or consciousness.
Etymology
The word is a combination of the Latin 'trans' (beyond or across) and 'personal' (relating to an individual). It emerged in the 20th century, particularly within psychology and religious studies, to describe phenomena that go beyond the limits of individual identity.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a specific, spiritual type of purpose that individuals report experiencing as something flowing through them rather than something they personally created. It is significant here because this type of purpose was found to be strongly associated with higher levels of happiness.
How different forms of purpose relate to age, gender and happiness
Read the full article ↗Psychology Today