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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    The grand style arises when beauty wins a victory over the monstrous.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    Just as soon as we notice that someone has to force himself to pay attention when dealing and talking with us, we have a valid demonstration that he does not love us or that he does not love us anymore.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)

    Love that singles out one is a barbarism, for it is practiced at the expense of all others. The love that is given to God, as well.
    —Friedrich Nietzsche (1844–1900)