To be sure, the term, will to power, was coined by…
““To be sure, the term, will to power, was coined by Nietzsche rather than Adler, and the term, will to pleasure—standing for Freud’s pleasure principle—is my own and not Freud’s.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Frankl clarifies that “will to power” originates with Nietzsche, while his own concept “will to pleasure” is distinct from Freud’s pleasure principle.
In simple terms: He distinguishes Nietzsche’s and his own ideas about human drives.
Key Takeaway
Recognize differing philosophical origins of power and pleasure concepts.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
existentialism
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
explanatory
interpretive
When to use this quote
- academic lectures
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Nietzsche
Freud
Frankl
Questions to Reflect On
- How do power and pleasure influence your choices?
- Can you identify moments where you pursue pleasure over purpose?
A Different Perspective
The “will to pleasure” may oversimplify complex motivations.