Comments on: Lessons in Manliness: Viktor Frankl

By: Kohn

Kohn — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 05:10:31 +0000

I can only repeat what as already been stated. We all mostly live in a fantasy of a life, protected from all the realities of the world, but here is a man exposed to ultimate reality. I am not a fan of most of the recent Psyco-babble because they write their theories off of these fake realities created by poor parenting and a politically correct society. Here was a man learning from the worst parts of life, and seeing only the truth in everything he learned. Nothing he saw was theory, because those around him lived and died by what he applied.

Like the other posts mentioned, we can only hope that should we find ourselves in such circumstances, that we too might show our true strengths, and come out as great as he did…

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By: andrei bogolubov

andrei bogolubov — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:53:01 +0000

I would greatly appreciate your expert comment and feedback on a recently published article which referenced the work of Viktor Frankl. As you well know, Frankl’s thinking continues to have a profound influence worldwide.

Please find the link below:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/andrei-bogolubov/the-icon-the-idol_b_443119.html

All the best,

Andrei Bogolubov

By: Liara Covert

Liara Covert — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:27:07 +0000

Viktor Frankle’s life gains deeper meaning because he experienced what it means to lose everything and reconnect with what matters. Each human being in invited to expand his inner journey. You explore your inner self wherever you are.

By: NoPeanutz

NoPeanutz — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:14:26 +0000

“Man’s Search for Meaning” is truly one of the most amazing works of Literature of the 20th Century. And this is acknowledged.
Just an incredible story.

He watched his doctoral thesis burn when he was brought to Auschwitz, and survived by giving himself a mission. That he had to make it through the war so that he could eventually publish his research, so that his thesis would not be lost to mankind. What happened was that his experiences in the Concentration Camp enhanced his own research and theories.

Since beginning to read TAOM, the underlying theme for me has been “a man is someone who takes responsibility for his actions. Someone who can be counted to make an impact.”

This was Frankl. The Nazis tried to dictate every aspect of his existence, even when he would live or die. But he found the inner fortitude to take control.
It is a short read, but guaranteed inspiration.

By: Charlie

Charlie — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 12:52:19 +0000

Really incredible. Thanks for this.

By: Karl Staib - Your Work Happiness Matters

Karl Staib - Your Work Happiness Matters — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 22:41:57 +0000

“Choose your attitude.”

That says it all right there. We are our actions. When we choose a positive attitude we will get positive results.

By: Jen

Jen — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 12:33:20 +0000

What an excellent post- I’ve often heard his name, but I didn’t realize what his story was. Now I’m looking forward to reading his book. Very well written, and lots to think about.

By: Mike Bates

Mike Bates — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:24:50 +0000

I think that, after 65 years, for many Americans the Holocaust is slowly becoming a faceless, impersonal tragedy along the lines of the Influenza Epidemic of the early 20th century. As more and more survivors die off, it’s becoming harder and harder to relate to the horror that these men and women had to endure. Thank you for putting a face, especially one so inspiring, back into the spotlight.

http://www.the-common-man.com

By: Hayden Tompkins

Hayden Tompkins — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 16:10:52 +0000

I can’t tell you how ecstatic I am to see this article on TAOM. “Man’s Search for Meaning” is one of the most profound books I’ve ever read. If someone can come through the experience of a concentration camp, a holocaust, with their spirit intact – that’s someone who has touched the depths of our souls.

He does go into some ‘technical’ stuff, but I just skipped over those sections. It’s powerful. Great job Cory.