The person in peak-experiences feels himself, more than…
“The person in peak-experiences feels himself, more than other times, to be the responsible, active, creating center of his activities and of his perceptions. He feels more like a prime-mover, more self-determined (rather than caused, determined, helpless, dependent, passive, weak, bossed). He feels himself to be his own boss, fully responsible, fully volitional, with more "free-will" than at other times, master of his fate, an agent.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Peak experiences make a person feel fully in control, self-determined, and the active creator of their actions and perceptions.
In simple terms: Feeling fully in control and self-determined.
Key Takeaway
Embrace agency.
Themes
self-actualization
psychology
human potential
Mood
motivational
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative work
- leadership
- decision making
Key Concepts
peak experience
agency
self-determination
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt most in control of your life?
- How do external factors limit your sense of agency?
A Different Perspective
Such intense self-perception may overlook external constraints.