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META-Measurement for Evolution, Transformation, and Autorealization: A New Assessment Protocol
Alessio Gori1,2, Eleonora Topino3
1Department of Health Sciences, University of Florence, Via di San Salvi 12, Pad. 26, 50135 Florence, Italy.
Behavioral Sciences (Basel, Switzerland)
|July 29, 2025
Summary
This study introduces the META-Measurement for Evolution, Transformation, and Autorealization (META), a new tool to measure self-realization. The META demonstrates strong psychometric properties, supporting its use in well-being and personal fulfillment research.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Organizational Behavior
Background:
- Self-realization is crucial for well-being and job satisfaction.
- Existing instruments may not fully capture the complexity of self-realization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the META-Measurement for Evolution, Transformation, and Autorealization (META).
- To create a reliable self-report measure for assessing the propensity for self-realization.
Main Methods:
- Development and validation of the META scale.
- Survey administered to 634 participants, including established psychological and career scales.
- Factor analyses and internal consistency checks were performed.
Main Results:
- The META's three sections (Evolutionary Thrust, Transformative Adaptation, Work Attitude) showed structural validity.
- All subscales demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency.
- Significant correlations were found between META dimensions and well-being outcomes.
Conclusions:
- The META possesses excellent psychometric properties.
- The META is a valuable tool for research and practice in areas promoting well-being and personal fulfillment.
- The scale can be applied across various fields to advance understanding of self-realization.
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