| Author |
Kant, Immanuel, 1724-1804 |
| Editor |
Hufeland, Christoph Wilhelm, 1762-1836 |
| Title |
Von der Macht des Gemüts, durch den bloßen Vorsatz seiner krankhaften Gefühle Meister zu sein
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| Alternate Title |
Von der Macht des Gemüts durch den blossen Vorsatz seiner krankhaften Gefühle Meister zu sein
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Jana Srna and the Online
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| Summary |
"Von der Macht des Gemüts, durch den bloßen Vorsatz seiner krankhaften Gefühle Meister zu sein" by Immanuel Kant is a philosophical treatise written in the late 18th century. This work combines elements of philosophy and medicine, exploring the influence of the mind over bodily health and illness. It delves into the complex relationship between mental states and physical well-being, arguing for the power of intention and mental discipline in overcoming unhealthy conditions. In this text, Kant discusses how the human mind can exert a considerable influence over bodily ailments, suggesting that psychological factors often play a crucial role in both the development and healing of physical illnesses. He elaborates on various types of mental states that can manifest as physical symptoms, such as hypochondria, while advocating for a proactive approach to managing one’s health through the harnessing of mental strength and willpower. The book presents a series of observations and recommendations, blending personal anecdotes and philosophical reflections, highlighting the importance of mental attitudes in achieving overall health and well-being. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
RZ: Medicine: Other systems of medicine
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| Subject |
Mental health
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| Subject |
Mental healing
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
38295 |
| Release Date |
Dec 13, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 24, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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