Unravel the mysteries of human behavior as we delve into the ten compelling reasons that shape our actions. Discover the intricate web of motivations, emotions, and experiences that guide our decisions and mold our daily lives.
Why we do what we do
If we’re going to act on something, we want to know why we should and, we hope to gauge the intended outcomes of that result.
- Are we acting in our own self-interest? Are we doing things for others?
- The greater understanding we have for the “Why” and the “What”, the more likely we are to find peace and balance in our lives.
Passion
Passion is about spending time and doing the work for which we have otherworldly enthusiasm. Find the people and things that light the fire inside of you.
- Write and coach with the end-goal of providing benefit for others
- Be a positive influence on people
Destiny
We shoot for the stars and hope to exceed the standard set by a family member, schoolmate or countryman.
For Us
To reach a major objective or goal, we have to want it, and we need to feel energized and empowered to get there.
- When you do the work and improve yourself, you improve your mind, body, and soul. You’re happier and there is greater equanimity in your life.
Vice (Selfish intention)
These are motives that disguise themselves as being in our best interest, often as needs, when they merely offer temporary pleasure and long-term pain.
- Vices are purely selfish. They don’t help us. They are the actions we should avoid.
For All
Generosity, love and kindness are not impulsive reactions. They require thought and concern for others.
- They’re communicated via words and actions that inspire and radiate warmth.
- Those people knew why they did, what they did and why they were doing it. The gifts of gratitude and love will be yours in return.
Love (For the Benefit of Others)
Doing acts out of kindness, altruism and love for the benefit of others.
- Find your people. Find your family, your loved ones. The most beautiful intentions, reasons and actions we take are rooted in love for our fellow man or woman. Love is our true destiny.
Check the Box
Things we can say that we accomplished, even if we don’t necessarily derive satisfaction from them
- These may be lower-priority “bucket list” items, like trying a new course at university or learning a new skill that may never be of use, but we did it!
Obligation
We do what we have to do to survive, out of obligation to serve others and our needs.
- Starting at the base of the pyramid, in Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, we begin with obligation, which is based and defined by our most fundamental needs: food, water, sleep, and shelter.
Pride
This is derived from a feeling or call to take action that we take pride in and that others benefit from.
- We work to put “bread on the table” and go to school to prepare our minds for a brighter future. The fruits of those efforts are work products, or high marks on a test that may satisfy a customer’s needs.
For Show
Cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection.
- Act out crazy or silly things purely to gain the attention or affection of others
