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The Übermensch
The concept of the Übermensch, or "Superman," represents Nietzsche's vision of a new type of individual who transcends traditional moral codes and embraces self-mastery and self-creation. The Übermensch seeks to go beyond good and evil, defining their own values and pursuing their own path of self-realization.
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He who fights with monsters should be careful lest he thereby become a monster. And if thou gaze long into an abyss, the abyss will also gaze into thee."
FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE
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The Death of God:
Nietzsche famously proclaimed that "God is dead," meaning that traditional religious beliefs and values no longer hold sway in modern society. He argues that the decline of religious faith creates a void that needs to be filled with new values and meanings.
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Perspectivism:
Nietzsche challenges the notion of objective truth and argues for perspectivism, the idea that knowledge is always interpreted from a particular perspective. He suggests that multiple perspectives contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of truth, and that truth itself is subjective and i...
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Master-Slave Morality:
Nietzsche contrasts two types of moral systems: the "master morality" and the "slave morality." Master morality values strength, power, and nobility, while slave morality values compassion, meekness, and humility. Nietzsche critiques the dominance of slave morality in contemporary society and arg...
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Will Of Power
Nietzsche introduces the concept of the "will to power," which suggests that all living beings strive for power, expansion, and dominance. It is a fundamental driving force that underlies human behavior, and Nietzsche sees it as the basis of creativity, achievement, and p...
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These ideas challenge traditional notions of morality and encourage critical thinking about ethical systems. The phrase "beyond good and evil" was popularized by the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche, who argued that morality is not fixed and objective but rather a product of human interpretation and cultural conditioning.
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Our Own True Self Is Good For Us
While our moral values are relatively stable, our preferences can change. How we view our true self plays a big role in our self-worth.
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Self-realization, or knowing the self, makes one of heightened awareness, including qualia (phenomenally conscious). This makes philosophers, spiritual gurus and Zen masters take on the world with an upgraded version of the mind.
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Synonyms Of The Ego In Psychology
- Self-Concept: Our own self-image, the way we perceive ourselves.
- Identity: Our social status, physical characteristics and abilities.
- Self-Perspective: Our own unique view of ourselves and the world around us.
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