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:

    Someone who instinctively nourishes himself on ambrosia alone, who leaves behind what is indigestible in things.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    Man ... always remains attached to the past: however far and fast he runs, the chain runs with him.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    In the course of history, men come to see that “iron necessity” is neither iron nor necessary.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)