8 Life Lessons from Jean-Paul Sartre (Existentialism)

In this video we will be talking about 8 Life Lessons from Jean-Paul Sartre. Sartre was one of the leading philosophers who followed the philosophy of Existentialism.

One of Sartre’s key-concepts that is discussed or prevalent in almost all of his existentialist works is the notion of “Bad Faith”, which he uses to describe and critique how most people tend to deny their own freedom. Alongside his notion of Bad Faith, Sartre has discussed many aspects of existentialism and ideas on human life that are extremely helpful.

So with that in mind, in this video we bring you 8 important life lessons derived from the works of Sartre.
01. Dare to act
02. Face your freedom
03. Take responsibility
04. Set an example
05. Embrace your fears
06. Don’t let others define you
07. Don't follow a doctrine
08. Embrace your nothingness
I hope you enjoyed watching the video and hope these 8 Life Lessons From Sartre will add value to your life.

Jean-Paul Sartre was a French playwright, screenwriter, political activist, literary critic, and one of the leading philosophers who followed the philosophy of Existentialism: the philosophy that says that humans are born a blank slate and are free to determine their own identity, behavior and goals. Sartre was born in Paris at the beginning of the twentieth century and when he was around sixty years old, he was awarded the1964 Nobel Prize in Literature. He however refused the prize, claiming that “a writer should never allow himself to become an institution.” Sartre wrote many fictional and non-fictional books, essays and gave lectures on Existentialism. Some of his noted works are: Nausea, Being and Nothingness, Existentialism is a Humanism, and No Exit.

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[PhilosophiesforLife]

Sartre says “Freedom is what you do with what’s been done to you.”

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[backtocalm]

My favorite Sartre quote: “Freedom is what we do with what is done to us.”

[nawalasky]

Excellent synopsis of Existentialism by JP Sartre. His philosophy is so refreshing and certainly adequate to our times.

[charlesbarboza]

Sometimes we just need to hear someone put together words and in so doing, create ideas and eventually tell stories. We all have unlimited possibilities and we all do ourselves justice by making the decisions to attempt to tap into our vast potential and actually be the person you are meant to be. Of course there is injustice in the world, but im convinced that there are more decent people that there are inhuman humans. I’m wishing everyone the gift of self examination and personal growth. I guarantee, the more one focuses on being their best selves, the greater their experience as they go through this journey called life. Be well.

[antoniovittorio]

The best philosophy about FREEDOM ever. Sartre "is" a French and the 3 principles on which the French republic has been based are LIBERTY, JUSTICE and FRATERNITY. We see that those who defined the principles of this republic put LIBERTY first, hence without LIBERTY all others principles, even JUSTICE, cannot stand and are doomed to collapse. Also, as I understand, for Sartre LIBERTY implies RESPONSABILITY, and this most of people do not seem to be aware of. And perhaps this is the main cause of both individual and social mess.

[sadafs]

How beautiful are these lessons! ❤
I'm in the process of rethinking who I am, what direction should I give to my life and all the rest. And this totally resonated with me because it is what I choose to be that will define me, through my actions.
Love all your videos. Thank you so much.

[TheMindfulMiner]

Jean-Paul Sartre philosophy of existentialism has saved my life, given me a meaning, and made me realise how much freedom and potential i have in this life. Although similar to Nihilism or Absurdism in their view for atheism/ how man has no meaning in this life, his philosophy offers you specific solutions and the complete power to acknowledge that YOU can create this meaning, and YOU can be your god in this life.

[lovenikolatesla]

In an odd way it was very noble of him to refuse the noble prize award.

[henrikrolfsen]

Sartre is absolutely correct: Humans can reinvent themselves at any time. We are born with a certain amount of "Genetic Baggage" which can work to our advantage, or disadvantage. Some are born with amazing natural abilities, such as a Michelangelo, Da Vinci, or Mozart. But, for most of us, our genetic heritage plays little or no role in our lives. We are not born with an identity, but rather, we pursue what stimulates us. We study what interests us. We may teach ourselves how to be proficient at something. In the process, are are steadily becoming our own creation; our own invention. But not all persons are self confident. Some feel lost, until they can find some other person to follow, and imitate. About 75% of humans have no clear vision of themselves, consequently these persons may flounder about, until they can join some group, (Of other lost souls), and then allow the leader of the group to do most their thinking for them.

Meanwhile, the other 25%, have a clear understanding of the things that inspire them, and interest them. These are the self-creators. These persons live out their lives striving for some ideal, or goal. In the process, the self-motivated paint their own psychological self-portrait! If you believe you are not free, then you will never be free. If you are confident in your tastes, opinions, and choices, then you are a free agent, a person in the process of becoming himself; you are an existentialist, because you create your own existence.

[Davlavi]

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[joylove]

This message is very helpful, many thanks.

[fraidoonw]

thanks! Great! Sartre is one of my favourite writers.

[shubhi.diaries]

This truly is one of the best possible explanations of Satre's ideas that I came across. N also such beautifully presented ❤❤❤❤

[SebastianRoos]

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[anthenehbeze.]

Wow I love this Program . Please keep It Up.

[dextermorgan]

I agree with a lot of what he says. But some things are just a highway to getting fired 😂

[BeingMe]

It's better to regret doing something verses regret not doing it.

[dailyquotes]

It's not the number of arrows that determines victory, but the sharpness of the arrow and the goal that determines

[BeingMe]

For many years I have said. Everything we do and say will effect someone somewhere.

[SoloMotivation]

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