Hermann Hesse on Discovering the Soul Beneath the Self and the Key to Finding Peace
The Marginalian • 2/9/2026
Summary
Hermann Hesse discusses the concept that self-hate equates to sheer egoism, leading to isolation and despair over time. He emphasizes the importance of discovering the soul beneath the self to find peace.
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