An existential crisis is a moment at which an individual questions if their life has meaning, purpose, or value.[1] It may be commonly, but not necessarily, tied to depression or inevitably negative speculations on purpose in life (e.g., "if one day I will be forgotten, what is the point of all of my work?"). This issue of the meaning and purpose of human existence is a major focus of the philosophical tradition of existentialism.
So they personalize the crisis as it relates to their very existence then? I wonder how valuable that is in dealing with the crisis then? Thank you for your reply Sharon! :)
This post was edited by RosieG at March 2, 2019 8:27 AM MST