What Is Existentialism | FrenlyFi

Existentialism is a philosophical and literary movement that explores the human individual's struggle to lead an authentic life despite the apparent absurdity or incomprehensibility of existence, often emphasizing concepts such as [[existential-crises|existential crises]], [[angst|angst]], [[courage|courage]]. Emerging from the works of 19th-century philosophers, existentialism gained prominence in the 20th century with thinkers like [[jean-paul-sartre|Jean-Paul Sartre]] and [[simone-de-beauvoir|Simone de Beauvoir]]. This movement questions the meaning, purpose, and value of life, encouraging individuals to take responsibility for their choices. As a cultural and philosophical phenomenon, existentialism has influenced various fields, including literature, art, and psychology, with notable examples such as the works of [[albert-camus|Albert Camus]] and the concept of [[absurdism|absurdism]].