When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves - Viktor Frankl
- We always retain the ability to choose our attitude.
- There will be suffering - it's how we react to suffering that count.
- Have a purpose in life.
- The true test of our character is revealed in how we act.
- Humans kindness can be found in the most surprising places.
- He who has a why to live for can bear almost any how.
- You can adapt & get used to literally any condition.
- Have courage to accept the things you can't control.
- The way to achieve success is to avoid thinking about it & surrender to a vision.
- There is only one thing that can't be taken away from you: your attitude.
- There is meaning in suffering.
- It’s not what you expect from life; it’s what life expects from you.
- Laughing & having a sense of humor will change the way you look at your life.
- You're far stronger than you think.
- Try to force your fears to come true to make them go away.
- Success like happiness can't be pursued. It must be ensue.
- The solution of man is through love and in love.
- In order to survive, you had to be okay with dying any moment.
"The experiences of camp life show that man does have a choice of action. There were enough examples, often of a heroic nature, which proved that apathy could be overcome, irritability suppressed. Man can preserve a vestige of spiritual freedom, of independence of mind, even in such terrible conditions of psychic and physical stress. We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way."
Reasons to read it:
- The book offers a unique perspective on the human condition, exploring the meaning of life through the author's experiences in Nazi concentration camps. It delves into the depths of suffering, resilience, and the pursuit of purpose.
- Frankl's message of finding meaning in even the most challenging circumstances is uplifting. It encourages readers to reflect on their own lives and search for purpose, providing a source of inspiration and motivation.
- Frankl introduces logotherapy, a psychotherapeutic approach focused on finding meaning and purpose. He provides practical tools and strategies that can help individuals navigate life's challenges and discover significance in their existence.
Reasons to skip it:
- There are no significant reasons not to read "Man's Search for Meaning." This book offers valuable insights and a deeper understanding of the human condition.