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Why You Should Seek Power, Not Happiness – Nietzsche’s Guide to Greatness

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The Meaning of Suffering and Nietzsche's Ethics of Power

Suffering has been seen as meaningless, but Nietzsche offers a different perspective. He believes that power is the highest value and that suffering is essential for increasing power. Unlike other solutions, Nietzsche's worldview doesn't require faith or hope in external forces. It promotes meaningful action and the pursuit of power. The circle of power leads to self-overcoming and the realization of our potential. Pleasure and happiness come from the feeling of power and victory. Nietzsche's philosophy offers a convincing solution to suffering and counters the passivity of modern society.

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