The educational philosophy of existentialism captures my attention and interest because of its emphasis on personal relations. Individuals are examined as holistic beings and not as blank slates waiting to be written on.
Existentialists believe that all individuals hold the power to create and establish their essence.
They believe that the aura surrounding a person is not innate nor is it bestowed by an outside force. It is something that is grasped and assumed by individuals themselves. As a future educator, I believe it is important to authorize this type of power in my students. Teaching from the existentialist perspective appears to be a challenging task. One must be dedicated to the belief that students should be given enough freedom to define their own boundaries.