Viktor Frankl
Viktor Frankl was an Austrian neurologist and psychiatrist who developed logotherapy, a form of existential therapy that emphasizes the importance of finding meaning in life, even in the face of suffering. His experiences as a Holocaust survivor profoundly shaped his views, leading him to conclude that the key to survival and inner strength lies in the ability to find purpose amidst adversity. Frankl's seminal work, 'Man's Search for Meaning,' emphasizes that happiness is a byproduct of a meaningful life, and he provided a framework for individuals to discover their own sense of purpose through work, love, and the ability to confront suffering.
Born on Mar 26, 1905 (120 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 1 | 9.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 35,229 | $2,700,000 | 1,401$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 8,088 | $700,000 | 654$ |
| New Zealand | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,822,233 | 4,511 | $210,000 | 196$ |
| Totals | 3 | 81,362,866 | 47,828 | $3,610,000 | 2,251$ |
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New Zealand:
Viktor Frankl is a Holocaust survivor and philosopher whose wisdom is referenced in Ben Crowe's book.
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Switzerland:
Viktor Frankl emphasized the importance of finding meaning in life as a central theme in his therapeutic work.
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United Kingdom:
Viktor Frankl was a concentration camp survivor, professor, and author of Man’s Search for Meaning.
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Spain:
Viktor Frankl is mentioned as the author of a book gifted to Iñaki Urdangarin by Jordi Basté.
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Belarus:
Viktor Frankl, also a former concentration camp inmate, is mentioned as a source of inspiration for many Belarusians after 2020.
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Liechtenstein:
Viktor Frankl believed that a sense of purpose helped him survive Nazi concentration camps and that happiness is a byproduct of dedication to a cause greater than oneself.
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Indonesia:
Viktor Frankl's insights on the loss of meaning in life are referenced in relation to work.
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Venezuela:
Viktor Frankl emphasized the importance of finding meaning in life even amidst suffering.
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New Zealand:
The Psychological Wellbeing model was influenced by the work of Viktor Frankl.
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United Kingdom:
Viktor Frankl's memoir, 'Man's Search for Meaning', was read by Mahmoud Khalil during his time in detention.
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