One feels inclined to say that the intention that man should be 'happy' is not included in the plan of 'Creation.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Freud argues that happiness was not an intended goal in the creation of humanity.
- In plain terms
- Human existence was not designed to make us happy.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not expect life to provide happiness naturally.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is happiness the purpose of life?
- How do you find meaning?
Another view
It dismisses the possibility that happiness is a subjective achievement.
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