Freedom of Choice
Even in the harshest conditions, such as a concentration camp, the writer observed that individuals retained the freedom to choose their attitude. This inner freedom is what defines our humanity and enables us to find purpose.
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Five must-learn ideas from Viktor E. Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning, aimed at thoughtful readers: These ideas highlight Frankl’s belief in the power of human resilience and the essential search for meaning in life’s most challenging circumstances.
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