Will and Altruism

Initially, an encounter is an obstacle to Motility, i. e. to Will, but it can develop as an opportunity for novelty. Similarly, an encounter with another person begins as interference, but with the potential for growth, via access to an otherwise inconceivable perspective. Thus, in contrast with traditional concepts of 'will' as an expression of Selfishness, Will, here, is not only enhanced by benefiting others, but is the very ground of altruistic conduct.