Will (philosophy) - Nietzsche

Nietzsche

Further information: Friedrich Nietzsche, The Will to Power, Intrinsic motivation

Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche was influenced by Schopenhauer when younger, but later felt him to be wrong. However, he maintained a modified focus upon will, making the term "will to power" famous as an explanation of human aims and actions.

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Famous quotes containing the word nietzsche:

    Are you one who looks on? Or one who lends a hand?—Or one who looks away, steps aside? ... Third question of conscience.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    Your rank is way down below his when you seek to establish the exceptions and he seeks to establish the rule.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    I have learned to walk: since then, I have indulged myself in running. I have learned to fly: since then, I do not want anybody pushing me to get me going.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)