Let's reframe the concept of will through the lens of formal logic, drawing on the principles of various logical systems to provide a more rigorous, formalized perspective:
- Axiomatic Basis:
Let W represent will as a primitive concept or axiom in our logical system. We posit that W is self-referential and can operate on itself.
- Self-Application:
Define an operation ∘ such that W ∘ W represents will operating on itself. This operation is unique in that it can result in either self-affirmation or self-negation.