Beyond subsistence, gaining
is an inherent attribute of all species. It is related to the preservation of genes by means of
.
is certainly a biased analysis made by a cognitive neuroscientist, but I will point out a number of reasons why I believe so.
Foremost, it is undeniable that our genetic code drives the greatest part of our behaviour.
, as egocentric as humans are, there is a tendency to think that reason governs our actions. The actual truth, unfortunately, is less appreciated, and in all likelihood not achievable to most people. In order to understand
standpoint solid scientific knowledge must be acquired previously, yet
is not offered to all.
, for those lucky enough to have been offered a proper scientific education, the idea that more
means better chances of
is simply a fact.
, a higher approach to
understanding is that of being able to modulate natural unconscious drives.
, knowing
can place one in a better position to find a
without disrespecting any colleagues, while even helping everyone else grow together.
The other reason is related to subsistence itself. Getting a
will, in most cases, increase the salary of the recipient, which is a force in favour of working hard.
not directly related to
, as is gaining
, it still influences if genes would perpetuate onto new generations or not.
happens because it is not possible to gain
or
in the modern setting if the basic needs for survival are not mastered.
salary and
, self-achievement is another reason that influences people to work hard. In
case, the actual motor is not so biological, but
a psychological one.
is the kind of attribute that differentiates humans from other animals.
In conclusion, taking into account my bias as a neuroscientist, I am much inclined to think that what drives people to get a
is basically written in our genes, and
a drive to
in general, which in turn is related to
. Yet, humans are fortunate to have a brilliant organ inside the head that generates billions of thoughts throughout their lifespan, and these give rise to more noble reasons, like love for others and pure fulfilment.