Prisoners of Our Thoughts: Viktor Frankl's Principles for Discovering Meaning in Life and Work

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Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2008 - Psychology - 196 pages
How do I find meaning in my life? How can I find meaning in my work? World-renowned psychiatrist Viktor Frankl's ""Man's Search for Meaning"" is one of the most important books of modern times. Frankl's personal story of finding a reason to live in the most horrendous of circumstances-Nazi concentration camps-has inspired millions. Now, ""Prisoners of Our Thoughts"" applies Frankl's philosophy and therapeutic approach to life and work in the 21st Century, detailing seven principles for increasing your capacity to deal with life-work challenges, finding meaning in your daily life and work, and
 

Contents

Life Doesnt Just Happen to Us
1
Labyrinths of Meaning
25
Exercise the Freedom to Choose Your Attitude
39
Realize Your Will to Meaning
57
Detect the Meaning of Lifes Moments
79
Dont Work Against Yourself
99
Look at Yourself from a Distance
117
Extend Beyond Yourself
143
Principles in Action
165
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