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The Art of Manliness

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The Case for Tragic Optimism: Finding Hope in the Face of Tragedy

Victor Frankel's concept of tragic optimism, which is expecting suffering and tragedy in life while maintaining a hopeful attitude, is explored in his lesser-known essay 'The Case for Tragic Optimism.' Frankel acknowledges that everyone, even those with the best lives, will face tragedy and hardship due to the imperfections of the human condition. He argues against the extremes of toxic positivity and despair, emphasizing the importance of taking action and maintaining hope in order to improve oneself and the world.

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