Hell Is Other People (Jean-Paul Sartre / No Exit / Existentialism)

Jean-Paul Sartre’s famous quote, “Hell is other people,“ has often been quoted but typically out of context. This quote, which appears in his play, No Exit, refers to a human being’s loss of subjectivity when seeking the approval of other people. Sartre’s point was not to criticize other people but to point out the objectification and loss of freedom that come along with needing the approval of others. Subjectivity is the core of Jean-Paul Sartre’s existentialist philosophy, which stressed the freedom of human beings to define themselves in a subjective world. While I hope this video is helpful to people who need an introduction, I dabble in philosophy and often find myself consulting a pro like Dr. Gregory Sadler when I want to delve deeper into a philosophical topic. Check out his channel: