Human Weaknesses
Understanding the darker aspects of human nature
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Why are people afraid of death?
People are afraid of death due to fear of the unknown, loss of control, attachment to life and loved ones, fear of pain, existential concerns, and because death represents the ultimate loss.
Read more →Why are people competitive?
People are competitive due to evolutionary advantages, resource acquisition, status seeking, self-esteem maintenance, social comparison, and because competition can drive achievement and improvement.
Read more →Why are people selfish?
People are selfish due to evolutionary survival instincts, self-preservation needs, limited resources, self-interest, and sometimes because selfish behavior has been rewarded or necessary for survival.
Read more →Why do people get jealous?
People get jealous due to fear of losing relationships, insecurity, low self-esteem, comparison with others, evolutionary protection of resources, and threats to important connections or status.
Read more →Why do people have low self-esteem?
People have low self-esteem due to negative early experiences, critical feedback, social comparison, unrealistic standards, trauma, lack of achievement, or internalizing negative messages about themselves.
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