Why Identity Matters So Much: A Deep Dive Into Who We Believe We Are

This week's episode goes back to what identity actually is from a psychological standpoint, why it's such a reliable predictor of behavior, and why that matters so much for anyone doing donor work. Stephanie walks through self-schema theory, possible selves, narrative identity, identity-based motivation, and the extended self — and ties it all back to why the show is called Built for Meaning in the first place. Let's stay connected: ➡️ Join The 2026 Giving Tuesday Reset: A 10-Day Challenge 📩 ...