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