Rollo May

De: Josh Graham

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Pioneers of Human Behaviour: Rollo May
A Gateway to His Life, Theories, and Legacy

Rollo May stood at the crossroads of psychology and philosophy, bringing existential thought into the heart of American psychology. While behaviourism measured stimuli and responses, and psychoanalysis probed unconscious drives, May insisted that psychology must also grapple with freedom, love, anxiety, and the search for meaning.

This concise yet powerful volume distils his life and work into accessible chapters. From his difficult childhood and years in Greece to his groundbreaking writings such as The Meaning of Anxiety, Love and Will, and The Courage to Create, the book offers both a portrait of the man and a gateway into his enduring influence.

Alongside an accessible exploration of May’s theories, you’ll discover:
• How May reframed anxiety as a vital signal for growth, not merely a symptom.
• Why the tension between freedom and destiny defines human existence.
• The essential balance between love and will in authentic relationships.
• The role of creativity as an everyday act of courage, not just an artistic pursuit.
• How May’s existential psychology shaped therapy, education, leadership, and culture.

Part biography, part theory guide, and part reflection on legacy, this book shows why Rollo May remains one of psychology’s most enduring voices. Written with clarity and warmth, it offers timeless lessons for students, professionals, and anyone seeking deeper meaning in modern life.

The Pioneers of Human Behaviour series celebrates the lives and legacies of psychology’s greatest minds, presenting timeless insights in a format designed to inspire, inform, and endure.