Esquisse D'une Theorie Des Emotions by Jean Paul Sartre
This philosophical exploration delves into the nature and origin of emotions, proposing that they are not passive experiences but rather active, intentional acts that individuals use to transform their reality. By examining emotions through a phenomenological lens, the work challenges traditional views, suggesting that emotions are a form of consciousness that people employ to navigate and manipulate their world. It argues that emotions are not mere reactions to external stimuli but are deeply intertwined with human freedom and choice, reflecting the individual's engagement with their environment and their existential condition.
- Published
- 1939
- Nationality
- French
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 80-100
- Original Language
- French
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- Alternate Titles
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- Draft of a Theory of the Emotions
- Outline of a Theory of Emotions
- Outline of a Theory of the Emotions
- Sketch for a Theory of the Emotions
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