Natural Alignment Framework

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Meaning

Existential Orientation

Meaning evaluates existential coherence, social embeddedness, and outward contribution patterns that influence long-horizon resilience.

Domain 1 of 5

Social Connection

Quality and frequency of trusted relational contact and in-person integration.

Mechanism

Relational buffering of stress physiology

Social Connection captures a primary mechanism within Meaning and is evaluated independently for clarity.

Common Misalignments

  • Pattern inconsistency over 60-90 days
  • Chronic compensatory behavior
  • High exposure with low recovery

Domain 2 of 5

Purpose & Direction

Clarity of long-term orientation and alignment between daily behavior and direction.

Mechanism

Goal coherence and stress calibration

Purpose & Direction captures a primary mechanism within Meaning and is evaluated independently for clarity.

Common Misalignments

  • Pattern inconsistency over 60-90 days
  • Chronic compensatory behavior
  • High exposure with low recovery

Domain 3 of 5

Identity Coherence

Stability between values, behavior, and self-concept without chronic dissonance.

Mechanism

Values-behavior congruence

Identity Coherence captures a primary mechanism within Meaning and is evaluated independently for clarity.

Common Misalignments

  • Pattern inconsistency over 60-90 days
  • Chronic compensatory behavior
  • High exposure with low recovery

Domain 4 of 5

Community Integration

Embeddedness within communal structures, rituals, and shared responsibilities.

Mechanism

Group embeddedness and resilience buffering

Community Integration captures a primary mechanism within Meaning and is evaluated independently for clarity.

Common Misalignments

  • Pattern inconsistency over 60-90 days
  • Chronic compensatory behavior
  • High exposure with low recovery

Domain 5 of 5

Contribution & Service

Regular outward-oriented contribution, mentorship, and generative participation.

Mechanism

Outward orientation and reduced self-focus reactivity

Contribution & Service captures a primary mechanism within Meaning and is evaluated independently for clarity.

Common Misalignments

  • Pattern inconsistency over 60-90 days
  • Chronic compensatory behavior
  • High exposure with low recovery