Attitude Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
“What was really needed was a fundamental change in our attitude toward life. We had to learn ourselves and, furthermore, we had to teach the despairing men, that it did not really matter what we expected from life, but rather what life expected from us.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor E. Frankl, 1946
Life requires a shift in attitude: focus on what life expects from us rather than our expectations, fostering purpose and resilience.
In simple terms: Change attitude to meet life’s expectations, not the reverse.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a purpose‑driven mindset.
Themes
meaning
attitude
resilience
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
psychological
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- career planning
- personal growth
Key Concepts
existential psychology
purpose
self‑transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we reframe expectations?
- What practices help adopt this mindset?
A Different Perspective
Changing attitude is challenging without external support.
