Application

Personal Revelations

It’s uneasy to think about the absolute dehumanization Jewish people experienced during the holocaust
- Viktor not wanting to disregard his life’s work really hit me
  - People’s ideas and life plans were just gone without any power over the decision
This was the first time I have ever cried from reading a book like this
I have never noticed the abundance of paradoxical intention
I want to share these teachings with those in my life who may need it

The author wanted to provide his insight on man’s purpose through the idea of logotherapy
- His book and ideas have been able to provide logotherapy to 12 million+ people
- He used his experience at the concentration camps to test and support his research and beliefs

Continue to consider the ways I contribute to the lives of others
- Videography, providing support and experiences
When helping someone out with their issues, consider logotherapy
- Get to the essence of what they want to do
Seek out ways to refine and conclude my purpose
- Helping others find their own

The dangers of an existential vacuum
His thought-provoking quotes
Paradoxical intention
- Using it to deal with negative symptoms and fears
  - My mental is unparalleled 😎
The importance of suffering
- Using it to strengthen purpose and character
  - That’s why seeking discomfort helps us grow
The importance of man’s purpose for finding meaning in life
The possible incomprehensible complexity of our lives
The methods of finding purpose
The abstractness and power of purpose
Remembering our previous experiences to understand that the present does not completely represent our capabilities and worth

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