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Welcome to a one day course on meaningful life. You will be introduced to empirical research, philosophical perspectives, and practical exercises, including The Sources of Meaning Card Method.
This one-day course introduces empirical research on meaning in life and how it can be applied practically in various fields. We will combine practical exercises, philosophical considerations and consequences for lived experience. Participants can further join for an evening of exploring the connections between meaning and art at the MUNCH museum.
Participants will gain
- An introduction to empirical research on experiences and sources of meaning in life
- Understanding of the dark side of meaning
- Hands-on experience with the SoMCaM tool
- Insights into the philosophy of meaning in life and its consequences for lived experience
- Reflections on meaning with Edvard Munch at MUNCH (optional)
The course is taught by Tatjana Schnell, Peter la Cour, and Ole Magnus Vik and is part of the International Summer School 2026: Existential Psychology and Meaning in Life, with Tatjana Schnell, Peter la Cour, Gry Stålsett, and Ole Magnus Vik.
About the course
Meaning in life is considered a multidimensional phenomenon that encompasses experiences of meaning, i.e. meaningfulness, crisis of meaning, and existential indifference, and a variety of sources people draw on to orient themselves meaningfully.
The Sources of Meaning Card Method brings this theory to life. It is a guided, one-hour process for identifying and exploring personal sources of meaning. Used in therapy, counseling, coaching, pastoral and palliative care, and staff development across many countries, the SoMCaM offers a powerful, structured way to explore and clarify what gives a person’s life depth and direction.
The course may be taken as a stand alone program, combined with the two day course existential approach to clinical work, or as part of the full five day summer school.
Language: English
Price: 3500 NOK excl. booking fee
Participants pay a non-refundable deposit of EUR 100 (ca. 1100 NOK*) when registering. Only if the course is cancelled, the deposit will be refunded.
*According to exchange rate 23.02.2026.
Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate confirming their training in the SoMCaM method.