Life Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
““It is one of the basic tenets of logotherapy that man’s main concern is not to gain pleasure or to avoid pain but rather to see a meaning in his life.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl, 1946
The primary human drive is to find purpose, not just pleasure or pain avoidance.
In simple terms: Purpose drives us more than pleasure or pain.
Key Takeaway
Seek meaning in daily life.
Themes
psychology
meaning
purpose
Mood
thoughtful
inspirational
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- career choice
- relationship building
- health challenges
Key Concepts
existentialism
logotherapy
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning today?
- How do you handle meaninglessness?
A Different Perspective
Finding meaning can be painful and uncertain.
