Feelings Quote by Yuval Noah Harari
“Humanist thinkers such as Rousseau convinced us that our own feelings and desires were the ultimate source of meaning and that our free will was, therefore, the highest authority of all.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind by Yuval Noah Harari, 2011
Humanist thinkers argue that personal feelings and free will are the ultimate sources of meaning and authority.
In simple terms: Feelings and free will give life meaning.
Key Takeaway
Trust your emotions and autonomy when making choices.
Themes
humanism
freedom
meaning
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- creative pursuits
- political activism
- education
- therapy
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal desire with social responsibility?
- Can true autonomy exist?
A Different Perspective
Free will may be constrained by societal structures.
