will to power
The 'will to power' is a central idea in Nietzsche's philosophy, emphasizing a fundamental drive in living beings to grow, create, and assert themselves.
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Definition
C2Philosophy
(technical, academic)An intrinsic drive in living beings to grow, create, and assert themselves.
Example
- Nietzsche's concept of the will to power suggests that life itself is driven by a fundamental urge to expand and assert influence.
C1Psychology
(academic)A psychological force that motivates individuals to achieve their highest potential and overcome obstacles.
Example
- The will to power can be seen in the relentless pursuit of personal goals and self-improvement.
C2Metaphysics
(technical, academic)A principle suggesting that the primary driving force in humans is the pursuit of power and dominance rather than survival or reproduction.
Example
- In metaphysical terms, the will to power challenges the notion that survival is the main human drive.