Many people grapple with the question of whether they are with the right partner, often leading to feelings of anguish stemming from uncertainty in their choice. This internal conflict arises when two equally important values, such as love and freedom, compete for attention. The Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard theorized that this anguish arises from our freedom, which can be more burdensome than liberating. Instead of desiring absolute freedom, we often yearn for certainty, which would eliminate doubts and alleviate the pain of choice in matters of relationships.
Anguish arises from uncertainty, as we face choices between values like love and freedom, which can pull us in opposite directions.
Kierkegaard suggested that while we value freedom, we often prefer certainty, as it alleviates the anguish stemming from difficult choices.
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