21361: Life Design: Integrating Life Design Counseling, Design Thinking and Positive Psychology (session 26256)

This article explores the interdisciplinary integration of Life Design Counseling, Design Thinking, and Positive Psychology as a comprehensive framework to navigate the complexities of career and life planning in an increasingly dynamic and uncertain world. With the rise of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity in professional and personal domains, individuals require tools that foster adaptability, resilience, and a sense of purpose. Drawing from career construction theory and life design paradigm from Life Design Counseling, as well as iterative design methodologies from Design Thinking and the strengths-based approaches of Positive Psychology, this study highlights the synergies between these frameworks forming the holistic approach of Life Design. The qualitative research approach Comparative Causal Mapping was employed to examine how individuals conceptualize Life Design and the shifts in their perceptions following structured interventions. Results demonstrate the positive impact of integrating LDC, DT, and PP in fostering resilience, creativity, and value-driven decision-making. The study contributes to the emerging discourse on adaptive, holistic career frameworks and underscores the potential of these interdisciplinary approaches in entrepreneurial education and beyond.

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