Tuesday, October 9, 2018

Rollo May – Existential Psychology

 Essentially, May saw people living in the world of present experiences and ultimately being responsible for who they become.

May believed that may people lack the courage to face their destiny and while in the process of fleeing from it, they give up much of their freedom. Having negated their freedom, they likewise run away from responsibility. Not being willing to make choices, they lose sight of who they are and develop a sense of insignificance and alienation.

In contrast, healthy people challenge their destiny, cherish their freedom, and live authentically with other people and themselves. They recognize the inevitability of death and have the courage to live life in the present.

Psychology is interesting