“Power is not a means it is an end”

Simplified Meaning:

When someone has power, they might not just see it as a tool to achieve something else, but as the main goal. Imagine a person running a company who loves the feeling of being in charge more than making the company successful. They enjoy the authority and control itself, not just for what it can help them accomplish. In history, some dictators held on to power for decades, making decisions that kept them in control even if it hurt their country because staying in power was their real goal. If we think about our own lives, this idea means that sometimes people might focus on gaining or keeping power just for the sake of being powerful, rather than using it to do something good or productive. Understanding this can help us recognize when someone’s actions are driven by a desire for power alone and encourage us to use our influence wisely for positive outcomes.