461: Rebecca Newberger Goldstein | Exploring the Nature of Mattering In “The Mattering Instinct”

461: Rebecca Newberger Goldstein | Exploring the Nature of Mattering In “The Mattering Instinct”

February 7, 2026

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Armen Shirvanian and Dr. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein discuss the concept of 'mattering' and its significance in human life.

In this conversation, Armen Shirvanian and Dr. Rebecca Newberger Goldstein explore the concept of ‘mattering’, the intrinsic human desire to feel significant and valued, from her book The Mattering Instinct. They discuss the challenges of self-identity in a commodified world, the importance of social connections, and the various strategies individuals employ to find meaning in […]

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