by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 12, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Spirituality, Wellness
I’ve always been a planner. I like calendars, schedules, itineraries, and knowing what’s coming next. There is something reassuring about having a plan and checking things off the list. It gives me a sense of direction and purpose. But the older I get, the...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 5, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
Last week, I shared the story of a cycling accident that left me bruised, battered, and far more injured than I initially realized. If you’d like to read the full story (including the less-than-glamorous details), you can find it on my Substack. ...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jun 28, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
“I can do hard things.” It’s a phrase that has become increasingly popular in recent years, and for good reason. For many people, it has served as a reminder that they are stronger than they realize. It encourages resilience, perseverance, and the...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jun 14, 2026 | Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Wellness
This past week, the Logotherapy community marked the passing of Dr. Eleonore “Elly” Frankl, the beloved wife of Viktor Frankl and a devoted steward of his legacy. She died in Vienna on June 10, 2026, at the remarkable age of 100. Many people know Viktor...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 31, 2026 | Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Wellness, Work / Career
One of the most common questions I hear is: “How do I find my purpose?” It’s an important question. But before we can answer it, we need to understand something equally important: purpose and meaning are not the same thing. We often use the words...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 24, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Logotherapy, Meaning, Mental Health
Memorial Day invites us into a different kind of pause. Not simply a long weekend. Not merely the unofficial start of summer. But a moment of remembrance — honoring those who gave their lives in service to something larger than themselves. From the perspective of...
