Foreword

Stephen R. Covey

Shortly before Viktor Frankl’s passing in September 1997, I had heard of his declining health, illness, and hospitalization. I was very anxious to talk with him so that I could express my profound gratitude for his life’s work — for his impact on millions of people, including my own life and life’s work. I understood that he had lost his sight and that his wife was reading to him several hours each day in the hospital. I will never forget the feeling of hearing his voice and visiting with him. He was so kind and gracious as he listened to my expressions of appreciation, esteem, and love. I felt as if I were speaking to a great and noble spirit. After patiently listening, he said, “Stephen, you talk to me as if I am ready ...

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