Life philosophy from the founder of 'personality medicine'

When asked about the psychologist most beloved by Christians, Paul Tournier is the one who comes to mind.
He created 'personality medicine', which bridged Christianity and psychology by arguing that human problems and one's relationship with God influence physical illness and treatment.


『The Four Seasons of Life』 is full of Tournier's thoughts and life.
After his first lecture in Germany in 1959, he became known to the public through lecture tours in the United States, and after being published as a book, it was translated into various languages ​​and is loved as a classic philosophy of life that transcends time.

“Yes, that’s right.
"Humans can welcome spring even in autumn! This is what truly distinguishes us as humans."
--- p.10

“Humans are part of nature and are therefore subject to the laws and forces of nature.
However, humans are distinct from animals in that they were created “in the image of God,” that is, as both natural and spiritual beings.
Even if we do not necessarily look at it through the eyes of faith, humans belong to two worlds simultaneously: the natural world and the supernatural world.
Because of this, humans are clothed in eternal mystery.
This explains why humans sometimes display such contradictory behavior, and why extremes of good and evil can exist within a single person.”
--- p.14

“In fact, the vitality needed for adult activities usually comes from the ideals of youth.
“On the other hand, the key to a successful old age lies in gaining the wisdom that comes from the path of integration.”
--- p.36

“God’s will includes time of delay.
It's not just about doing what God wants.
“It is important to do what He wants, when He wants.”
--- p.80

“Young people only see life in black and white terms.
I think there is only light and no shadow.
But the truth is, both exist.
“Where there is good, there is evil; where there are righteous people, there are wicked people.”
--- p.
36

“True happiness is always connected with deep inner harmony.
This means acknowledging your age.
As we become adults, we must accept that we are no longer children, and as we grow older and become older, we must give up the active activities we used to be able to do.
Old age is the time to retire.”
--- p.98

“A personal encounter with God is the greatest event in human existence.
“Only that encounter sheds a clear light on the meaning of life.”

--- p.114