"Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last o..." — Viktor Frankl
Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms — to choose one''s attitude in any given set of circumstances.
What This Quote Means
Our capacity to endure difficulty is far greater than we typically believe.
About Viktor Frankl
Viktor Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor who founded logotherapy, a meaning-centered approach to psychotherapy.
Viktor Frankl (1905-1997) survived the Holocaust and transformed his suffering into a therapeutic philosophy based on finding meaning in all forms of existence.
How to Apply This Wisdom
Adversity training
View current challenges as exercises that build your resilience muscle.
Support network
Strengthen your relationships so you have support during difficult times.
Self-care
Maintain your physical and mental health as the foundation of resilience.
Reflection Questions
- What is my greatest source of inner strength?
- How have past difficulties prepared me for current challenges?
- What would it take to bounce back stronger from my current situation?
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