Imagine you’re a video game character. If you stay at Level 1 forever, you’ll never see what you’re truly capable of. Self-overcoming means constantly challenging yourself—breaking old habits, facing fears, and improving instead of staying stuck in comfort.
Nietzsche believed people shouldn’t just follow society’s rules like sheep. Instead, they should create their own path and strive to become stronger, wiser, and more independent. It’s about becoming a better version of yourself every day, like leveling up in real life.