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Will to Life and Suffering
- Schopenhauer believes humans are manifestations of a single force called the "will to life."
- We constantly strive and interfere with each other, leading to a grim reality.
Restless Striving
- Humans constantly strive for things, believing satisfaction will come with achievement.
- This restless striving manifests in various ways, from material possessions to self-improvement.
The Dream Car Analogy
- Achieving goals like buying a dream car brings temporary satisfaction, not lasting happiness.
- We quickly find new desires, highlighting our perpetual discontent.