a book change in life
a book change in life
Blog Article
A book that changes one's life is not often a story, but a mirror and mentor, even a catalyst for transformation.
Frankl-an Austrian psychiatrist, Holocaust survivor-wrote this work after unimaginable suffering in Nazi concentration camps. Instead of giving in to despair, he used his experiences to develop a form of psychotherapy centered on finding meaning in life, even in the face of suffering, known as **logotherapy**.
What Resonated With Me The central idea of the book-life was never devoid of meaning, whatever the circumstances-was what struck a chord with me during a trying time in my life. It was an empowering but, at the same time, humbling thought to hear Frankl say that even though we cannot always control what happens to us, our attitude toward it is within our powers.
The anecdotes he shared about the camps were terrible and quite illuminating. He also recalled that amidst such really quite horrible situations, there was an allowance for human decency and hope-for example, sharing a crust of bread or offering a kind word. This reminded me that during these worst of times, we have the capacity to choose to be kind and resilient.
### How It Changed Me
1. **Attitude towards Suffering:** Frankl made me understand that suffering will not be meaningless if we can find a meaning out of it. That was somewhat of a change of mindset for me; instead of avoiding hardship, I started embracing it as an opportunity to grow.
2. **Focus on the Present:** Frankl's thoughts elicited an ability to live full in the present with hope for the future. I started paying more attention to the everyday moment, finding pleasure and meaning in even routine activities.
3. **The Power of Choice:** That my freedom lies in choosing our response to whatever life brings was empowering to me in reclaiming my sense of agency. It urged me to step out of a victim mentality and take charge of my own narrative.
### A Lifelong Companion
Frankl's words still ring in my head when I am in doubt or when bad things happen. I go back to the book quite often, and it gives me something different each time, depending on where I am in my journey. It serves as a reminder that the search for meaning is not just a one-time revelation but a lifelong process.
"Man's Search for Meaning" didn't just change how I think; it changed how I live. It is a book I recommend to anyone seeking clarity, purpose, or solace in times of uncertainty. To me, it was more than a book; it was a turning point.