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Frankl recounts an impactful example involving a grieving widower. When prompted to consider taking on his deceased wife’s suffering, the man felt a shift in his perspective. The situation remained unchanged, but his attitude shifted, illustrating the transformative power of reframing one’s response to suffering.

Happiness as a Byproduct, Not a Pursuit

Another critical insight from Frankl's work is the notion that happiness and success cannot be pursued directly. He cautions against making success the focal point of existence. Instead, success must ensue as a byproduct of dedicating oneself to a cause greater than oneself.