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Rollo May
Rollo May (1909–1994) was an American existential psychologist and author who helped introduce existential and humanistic ideas into clinical psychology. He wrote influential books such as Love and Will and The Meaning of Anxiety and emphasized courage, creativity, and responsibility in facing anxiety.
Quotes: 4
Quotes by Rollo May
Listening to Yourself Without Self-Betrayal
At first glance, Rollo May’s warning sounds intensely personal, yet it carries a moral force: failing to voice one’s original ideas is not merely hesitation, but a form of self-betrayal. In this sense, May frames authent...
Created on: 5/7/2026
Embracing Agency: Becoming a Force of Nature
At the heart of Rollo May’s assertion lies an invitation to embrace agency rather than passivity. By urging us to 'act as a force of nature,' May challenges the tendency to simply react to surrounding circumstances.
Created on: 5/24/2025
Courage Versus Conformity in Modern Society
Rollo May’s provocative statement challenges the conventional view that cowardice stands opposite to courage. Instead, he posits conformity—the quiet surrender to prevailing norms—as the true antithesis.
Created on: 5/9/2025
Life Comes from Physical Survival, but the Good Life Comes from What We Care About - Rollo May
This quote distinguishes basic survival, which is essential for sustaining life, from the deeper meaning and joy we derive from the things we care about, which create a fulfilling or 'good' life.
Created on: 12/8/2024