Purpose Coherence and Psychophysiological Stability

Structured Summary

Purpose orientation and values-behavior coherence are associated with stronger stress resilience indicators and lower long-term dysregulation risk in multiple cohorts.

Mechanism Pathway

Purpose coherence

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Improved behavioral consistency and stress appraisal

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Lower chronic autonomic strain

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Stronger long-horizon resilience profile

Alignment Relevance

• Pillar: Meaning
• Domains: Purpose & Direction, Identity Coherence, Contribution & Service

Plain Language Takeaway

When direction and daily behavior align, stress load tends to become more manageable over time.