Man's Search for meaning is the primary motivation in his life and not a 'secondary rationalization' of instinctual drives. This meaning is unique and specific in that it must and can be fulfilled by him alone; only then does it achieve a significance which will satisfy his own will to meaning... Man, however, is able to live and even to die for the sake of his ideals and values!

Summary

This quote from Viktor Frankl highlights the notion that humans are inherently driven by the search for meaning in their lives. It suggests that this quest for meaning is not merely a superficial justification for our instinctual desires, but rather a core motivation that defines our existence. According to Frankl, this search for meaning is a deeply personal and individual journey that can only be realized and fulfilled by the individual themselves. It also suggests that human beings have the capacity to live and even sacrifice their lives in service of their ideals and values, further emphasizing the significance of this search for meaningful purpose.

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