Impact of Schopenhauer's views on the nature of existence

The stunning accuracy of the intuitions and insights gained by Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) becomes apparent when we compare him with other philosophers. Many have attacked Schopenhauer’s views on the nature of existence but the attacks have only served to reinforce his positions.You cannot dismiss Schopenhauer by saying that he was too pessimistic or nihilistic. Why not? Because, when you analyse the details, you will see that his observations match reality. For better or for worse, he was objective and precise.Schopenhauer’s views on the nature of existence rest on his theory of the will, the life force that drives all living creatures. The will awakens endless desires in us, and if you do not know how to counteract it, you are likely to make dire mistakes.His work “Parerga and Paripomena” (1851) gives valuable advice to minimise suffering and secure happiness. You cannot categorise as pessimistic a philosopher who identifies risks and outlines effective countermeasures.https://johnvespasian.com/impact-of-schopenhauers-views-on-the-nature-of-existence/