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Anxiety is not a psychological disorder, but a fundamental aspect of human nature from "summary" of The Concept of Anxiety: A Simple Psychologically Oriented Deliberation in View of the Dogmatic Problem of Hereditary Sin by Soren Kierkegaard
Anxiety is a peculiar concept that has puzzled many throughout history. It is often misunderstood as a psychological disorder, something to be eradicated or suppressed. However, Kierkegaard offers a different perspective on anxiety in his work, suggesting that it is not a disorder at all, but rather a fundamental aspect of human nature. In Kierkegaard's view, anxiety is deeply rooted in the human condition, stemming from our innate sense of freedom and responsibility. He argues that anxiety is a natural response to the overwhelming burden of choice that comes with our freedom. As beings capable of making choices, we are constantly faced with the uncertainty and possibility of m...
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