Quote by Stephen R. Covey

They [Nazi captors]had more liberty, more options to choose from in their environment; but he [Viktor Frankl] had more freedom, more internal power to exercise his options.

They [Nazi captors]had more liberty, more options to choose

Summary

This quote refers to the contrast between external liberty and internal freedom. The Nazi captors, despite having more options and freedom within their physical environment, lacked the inner strength and moral freedom that Viktor Frankl possessed. Frankl, as a prisoner, was able to maintain his personal freedom by choosing his attitude and finding meaning within his circumstances. It emphasizes the idea that true freedom lies not in our external conditions, but in our ability to exercise control over our own thoughts, emotions, and actions.

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By Stephen R. Covey

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