“I believe that the unity of man as opposed to other living things derives from the fact that man is the conscious life of himself. Man is conscious of himself, of his future, which is death, of his smallness, of his impotence; he is aware of others as others; man is in nature, subject to its laws even if he transcends it with his thought.”
This book delves into the fundamental questions of what it means to be human, examining the complexities of human nature, consciousness, and the human experience. It explores themes such as self-awareness, empathy, and the search for meaning in life. more
Erich Fromm, born on March 23, 1900 in Germany and died on March 18, 1980, was a renowned psychologist. His research covered a wide range of fields including anthropology, philosophy, and religion, particularly known for his studies on human psychology and interpersonal relationships. more
“Man's last freedom is his freedom to choose how he will react in any given situation”
“When a person can’t find a deep sense of meaning, they distract themselves with pleasure.”
“Teachers must learn how to teach ... they need only to be taught more effective ways of teaching.”
“I am affected, not because you have deceived me, but because I can no longer believe in you.”