The Examined Path Through Existential psychology — meaning death freedom

Existential psychology, developed through figures like May, Yalom, and Boss, engages directly with the ultimate concerns of human existence: death, freedom, isolation, and meaninglessness. The Sutras approach these same territories through the lens of the kleśas, particularly abhiniveśa — the deep biological and psychological clinging to existence. What existential psychology adds is a framework for turning toward these realities rather than defending against them, finding that direct encounter is less frightening than perpetual avoidance.

The course sequence, in order.

Each step builds on the last.