Why do people feel there needs to be a meaning of life?

Question

Why do people feel there needs to be a meaning of life?

Answer 1

It is the nature of human intelligence to seek significance.

We are wired this way. Not much we can do about it.

Answer 2

goals make drifting meaningless. passion is revealed not by introspection, but by doing what is needed in the world. experiencing community come to anyone who is living life.

at the end of life the only thing that has meaning is love we gave or received.

regret is the feeling of not being able to satisfy this transfer of energy.

Answer 3

If I knew there was literally no meaning....   I dont know that I would have the desire to keep living.

Answer 4

Hopefully to add a sense of value to it.

But those kinds of things are all a part of having a big brain.

Go have fun with your gift, it all goes by so quickly.

Answer 5

Life without meaning is rather pointless.  Who wants to live a pointless existence?

Answer 6

It's our meanings that offer us purpose:

For me it's the difference between;

Being worthy of someones love and loving,

Being a good person by example as was taught me,

Being a great Mom so my daughter learns how to be a great Mom, Being a great worker so I can provide for my family,

Being a person of strength, courage and faith,

Being the best I can be knowing the difference,

Being able to have peace of mind at the end of each day,

Being capable of sharing that there is meaning in life.  

Answer 7

Because it makes them feel important and better about themselves. I agree with you. Why does there have to be a "meaning" to it?

Answer 8

its gust human nacher.we all know the answer any way.the answer is 42!!!!lol!!!!