Anxiety Quote by Rollo May
“Competitive individualism militates against the experience of community, and that lack of community is a centrally important factor in contemporaneous anxiety.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Meaning of Anxiety, Rollo May, 1950
Individualism isolates people, increasing anxiety; community counteracts this by providing connection and support.
In simple terms: Too much self-focus fuels anxiety.
Cultivate community.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- workplace teams
- neighborhood groups
- online forums
- mental health therapy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What community could you join?
- How does your independence affect others?
Community can also pressure conformity, limiting individuality.