Arch Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
““If architects want to strengthen a decrepit arch, they increase the load which is laid upon it, for thereby the parts are joined more firmly together. So if therapists wish to foster their patients' mental health, they should not be afraid to create a sound amount of tension through a reorientation toward the meaning of one's life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Man's Search for Meaning, 1946
Strengthening a structure requires added tension; similarly, therapeutic growth may need confronting life's meaning, creating purposeful strain.
In simple terms: Tension can help mental health.
Key Takeaway
Embrace meaningful challenges.
Themes
psychology
therapy
meaning
resilience
Mood
thoughtful
philosophical
Type
therapeutic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- counseling
- life coaching
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
existential
post-traumatic growth
Questions to Reflect On
- Can tension be constructive in healing?
- When does pressure become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Too much tension can cause distress.
