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Man for Himself
Book • 1959
'Man for Himself' explores humanistic ethics and the nature of good and evil.
Erich Fromm argues against both authoritarian and relativistic ethics, proposing instead a humanistic ethic based on understanding human nature and needs.
He believes that humans have the capacity to develop their potential for love, reason, and creativity.
The book examines various character orientations, such as the receptive, exploitative, hoarding, marketing, and productive orientations.
Fromm advocates for the productive orientation, which involves developing one's inner potential and relating to others with love and respect.
The book offers a guide to ethical living based on self-awareness and personal growth.
Erich Fromm argues against both authoritarian and relativistic ethics, proposing instead a humanistic ethic based on understanding human nature and needs.
He believes that humans have the capacity to develop their potential for love, reason, and creativity.
The book examines various character orientations, such as the receptive, exploitative, hoarding, marketing, and productive orientations.
Fromm advocates for the productive orientation, which involves developing one's inner potential and relating to others with love and respect.
The book offers a guide to ethical living based on self-awareness and personal growth.
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Mentioned by Lynn Layton to highlight Fromm's concept of the 'marketing orientation' as early as 1947.
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Episode 54: Everybody Stays Chill
