Table 6 Initial exploratory factor analysis loadings (n=518)

1. “Material comforts home, food, conveniences, financial security…”

.584

−.246

2. “Health – being physically fit and vigorous…”

.279

−.746

3. “Relationships with parents, siblings & other relatives – communicating, visiting, helping…”

.710

−.139

4. “Having and raising children…”

.530

.162

5. “Relationships with spouse or significant other…”

.668

.051

6. “Close friends…”

.756

−.136

7. “Helping and encouraging others, volunteering, giving advice…”

.821

.007

8. “Participating in organizations and public affairs…”

.791

−.047

9. “Learning – attending school, improving understanding, getting additional knowledge…”

.819

−.013

10. “Understanding yourself – knowing your assets and limitations – knowing what life is about…”

.840

.016

11. “Work – job or in home…”

.773

−.096

12. “Expressing yourself creatively…”

.818

.050

13. “Socializing – meeting other people, doing things, parties, etc.”

.748

−.176

14. “Reading, listening to music, or observing entertainment…”

.700

−.023

15. “Participating in active recreation…”

.461

−.542

16. “Independence, doing for yourself…”

.664

−.258

Cronbach’s Alpha | Omega

.95 | .95

.88 | .89