In the season finale of The Meaning of Men, we’re exploring the enduring legacy of Viktor Frankl, the legendary Holocaust survivor, psychotherapist, and author of Man’s Search for Meaning — through the eyes of his grandson, Alex Vesely. Alex is a filmmaker, psychotherapist, and teacher who has dedicated much of his life to preserving and sharing Frankl’s work.

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the fundamentals of logotherapy, explore the three key paths to discovering meaning, and discuss why fulfillment often arises from struggle, not comfort. We also touch on the misunderstood role of humor in healing, the modern-day relevance of Frankl’s philosophy, and what it means to turn suffering into growth.

Hear more from Alex:https://viktorfranklamerica.com/
https://logotherapy-online.com/

Timestamps:

00:00: The Legacy of Victor Frankl 04:15: Understanding Logotherapy and Its Origins 06:47: The Search for Meaning in Adversity 09:50: The Role of Meaning in Human Existence 11:59: Existential Vacuum and Its Implications 14:22: The Importance of Fulfilment and Meaning 17:12: The Distinction Between Happiness and Fulfillment 19:32: The Second Mountain: A Journey to Meaning 21:37: Finding Meaning in Everyday Life 22:55:The Objective Nature of Meaning 23:46: Finding Meaning in Life's Challenges 24:25: The Three Paths to Meaning 26:50: Responding to Unchangeable Suffering 29:13: The Power of Perspective in Grief 30:26: Universal Suffering and Personal Growth 35:03: The Timelessness of Meaning 39:10: The Role of Humour in Logotherapy 44:24: The Ongoing Search for Meaning