Table II.

Description of the four dimensions of van Deurzen’s theory of the life world (van Deurzen, 2012).

The Physical World	The most fundamental world, based on the assumption that human existence is rooted in the body, and includes the relation to nature, body, and oneself on a physical level.
The Social World	The world about the human existence in relation to others in the world with all aspects of social interaction as in ordinary meetings with others, human relations in the public world, and an inevitable part of life.
The Personal World	The world of closeness, to oneself and in other close relations. A psychological dimension including private experiences and identity.
The Spiritual World	The world about what creates meaning, about the person’s connection with the abstract elements in life and ideal values. About spiritual thoughts, beliefs and aspirations about life and the world beyond the person.