

Viktor E. Frankl
1930s–1990s
'Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor who founded logotherapy.'
Authors in Same Genre
Psychology, Philosophy, Memoir
German, English
Austria
Meaning gives life direction
About the Author
Viktor E. Frankl was an Austrian neurologist, psychiatrist, and Holocaust survivor whose life and work changed modern psychology. Viktor E. Frankl is best known for founding logotherapy, a psychological approach centered on the idea that the primary human drive is the search for meaning. His experiences in Nazi concentration camps deeply shaped his philosophy, leading to his iconic book Man’s Search for Meaning. Viktor E. Frankl observed that people who found purpose, even in extreme suffering, were more likely to survive and rebuild their lives. Unlike approaches focused solely on pleasure or power, Viktor E. Frankl emphasized responsibility, choice, and inner freedom. His work bridges psychology, philosophy, and spirituality, making it relevant across cultures and generations. Viktor E. Frankl’s ideas are widely applied in therapy, leadership, education, and personal development. His legacy lies in reminding humanity that life holds meaning under all circumstances, and that individuals always retain the freedom to choose their attitude.



