Existential Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
“These tasks, and therefore the meaning of life, differ from man to man, and from moment to moment. Thus it is impossible to define the meaning in life in a general way.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Man’s Search for Meaning, 1946
Life’s purpose varies per individual and moment; no universal definition applies.
In simple terms: Meaning changes with each person and time.
Key Takeaway
Seek personal purpose in the present.
Themes
existentialism
purpose
individuality
Mood
contemplative
motivational
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- career planning
- relationship choices
- crisis coping
- spiritual growth
Key Concepts
meaning of life
subjectivity
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What gives your life meaning now?
- How do you adapt purpose over time?
A Different Perspective
Universal answers can feel abstract or unhelpful.
