Being responsible Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
“Such a value system might be responsible for the fact that the burden of unavoidable unhappiness is increased by unhappiness about being unhappy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Man’s Search for Meaning, 1946
Our internal value system can amplify suffering when we focus on feeling unhappy about being unhappy.
In simple terms: Values can worsen unhappiness if we obsess over it.
Recognize and adjust values to reduce self‑inflicted distress.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- coaching
- stress management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your values shape your emotional experience?
- Can you reframe your values to lessen distress?
If values are rigid, they may also provide resilience; flexibility matters.