Explaining Mind Actions to Basic Instincts

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Start date Sep 19, 2004
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The discussion centers on the idea that all conscious actions can be traced back to basic instincts related to survival and natural selection. Participants are invited to provide examples of actions, such as opening the fridge door, which may seem unrelated to survival but can be analyzed through this lens. The conversation highlights the tension between instinctual behavior and the pursuit of knowledge that does not directly contribute to survival, exemplified by learning complex subjects like integration. The overarching theme emphasizes the connection between human behavior, instinct, and the evolutionary framework of natural selection.

Sep 19, 2004

KaneOris

I think every action of the mind, as in conscious the mind can be explained to the most basic instincts. You guys give some actions and ill try and explain down to the basic instincts

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Opening the fridge door

Oct 19, 2004

gamze

trying to learn things that do not help our survival in natural selection, (such as learning integration for me)

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