Wellbeing and narrative identity

Wellbeing is intricately connected with a strong sense of personal identity. This article reports on one study that explores wellbeing through narrative inquiry—a process that draws on the stories told by children, their teachers and their parents, along with the researcher’s analysis and interpretation. Beginning with a brief examination of the policy environment, the article lays out a conceptual framework for the study, to define what is meant by wellbeing.