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“Guilt results from unused life, from the unlived in us.”

Quote by Ernest Becker

Book:The Denial of Death

Work

The Denial of Death

This book delves into the psychological mechanisms that drive individuals to repress thoughts of death, examining the various coping strategies and cultural responses to the inevitability of mortality. more

Author

Ernest Becker was an American anthropologist known for his theories on human motivation and culture. His major work, 'The Denial of Death', explores how humans seek meaning and purpose by denying the fear brought by freedom. more

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