Author: Erich Fromm
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780826417381
Language: English
Publish Date: 01/01/1976
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2The difference between having and being Chapter 3The essence of having and being as well as their effects on people Chapter 4How to achieve a shift from having to being Chapter 5Summary & Review Extraordinary, Ordinary People
Listening to the summary audiobook of "To Have or To Be?" by Erich Fromm is an opportunity to explore profound philosophical insights that challenge our understanding of existence and fulfillment. Fromm articulates the distinction between possessing material wealth and embracing a more meaningful, experiential approach to life. By engaging with this summary, listeners can rapidly grasp the core concepts of his argument, allowing them to reflect on their own values and priorities in a world that often emphasizes consumption over genuine connection and self-actualization. This accessible format makes it easier to integrate Fromm's timeless wisdom into our fast-paced lives, fostering personal growth and deeper awareness.
Erich Fromm was a famous German-American psychologist, sociologist and philosopher of the 20th century who earned his doctorate degree in psychology from Heidelberg University. His major publications include Escape from Freedom, The Art of Loving, Marx's Concept of Man, The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness, and Man for Himself: An Inquiry Into the Psychology of Ethics. Fromm skillfully applied psychoanalytic psychological methods to the analysis of human social behavior and is regarded as the founder of “political psychology.”
- Erich Fromm argues that modern society emphasizes 'having' over 'being', leading to a life focused on material possessions rather than personal growth and authentic experiences. This shift creates alienation and discontent, as individuals become defined by what they own rather than who they truly are.
- The book highlights the dichotomy between two modes of existence: the 'having' mode, which promotes consumerism and superficial relationships, and the 'being' mode, which fosters love, creativity, and fulfillment. Fromm advocates for embracing the 'being' mode to cultivate deeper connections with oneself and others, ultimately leading to a more meaningful life.
- Fromm examines how this orientation towards 'having' manifests in personal relationships, where love is often transactional rather than nurturing. By shifting towards 'being', individuals can cultivate genuine connections based on love, respect, and understanding, rather than ownership and dependence.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
Author: Erich Fromm
Narrator: Ryan
Format: MP3
IBSN: 9780826417381
Language: English
Publish Date: 01/01/1976
Audiobook length: 31 min
Chapter 2The difference between having and being Chapter 3The essence of having and being as well as their effects on people Chapter 4How to achieve a shift from having to being Chapter 5Summary & Review Extraordinary, Ordinary People
A New Earth by Editorial América
Listening to the summary audiobook of "To Have or To Be?" by Erich Fromm is an opportunity to explore profound philosophical insights that challenge our understanding of existence and fulfillment. Fromm articulates the distinction between possessing material wealth and embracing a more meaningful, experiential approach to life. By engaging with this summary, listeners can rapidly grasp the core concepts of his argument, allowing them to reflect on their own values and priorities in a world that often emphasizes consumption over genuine connection and self-actualization. This accessible format makes it easier to integrate Fromm's timeless wisdom into our fast-paced lives, fostering personal growth and deeper awareness.
Erich Fromm was a famous German-American psychologist, sociologist and philosopher of the 20th century who earned his doctorate degree in psychology from Heidelberg University. His major publications include Escape from Freedom, The Art of Loving, Marx's Concept of Man, The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness, and Man for Himself: An Inquiry Into the Psychology of Ethics. Fromm skillfully applied psychoanalytic psychological methods to the analysis of human social behavior and is regarded as the founder of “political psychology.”
- Erich Fromm argues that modern society emphasizes 'having' over 'being', leading to a life focused on material possessions rather than personal growth and authentic experiences. This shift creates alienation and discontent, as individuals become defined by what they own rather than who they truly are.
- The book highlights the dichotomy between two modes of existence: the 'having' mode, which promotes consumerism and superficial relationships, and the 'being' mode, which fosters love, creativity, and fulfillment. Fromm advocates for embracing the 'being' mode to cultivate deeper connections with oneself and others, ultimately leading to a more meaningful life.
- Fromm examines how this orientation towards 'having' manifests in personal relationships, where love is often transactional rather than nurturing. By shifting towards 'being', individuals can cultivate genuine connections based on love, respect, and understanding, rather than ownership and dependence.
Brief In, Brilliance Out
Contact: buildlearn.bk@gmail.com
