Why do we do anything? What motivates us? Why are we compelled by various pursuits or to react in the face of what we perceive to be injustices? The reasons vary from person to person. Mr. Keating (of Dead Poets Society) might say “to woo women”. For some it is about self-enrichment, a sense of community, or concern for the environment. Money, power, and fame are three big driving forces -- for examples, reference Wall Street, politics, and Hollywood. Interest in, desire for, or love of an individual can be strong influences, as well. Furthermore, friends often give of their time and selves to help each other and support one another. Additional incentives include patriotism, achievement of ideals, and career advancement, while for some it is a need to connect with someone or something…to feel alive…to feel anything. Some wish to advance the quality of life, solve the mysteries of the universe, or seek adventure. Others find themselves bound by strong ethics no matter the consequences they my incur by adhering to them. When faced with a question of what to do where the decision affects more than oneself, it comes down to one’s personal values and beliefs; do you put your own needs and welfare ahead of that of the world around you: whether it be a person, animal, place or thing? 
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Why We Do
Why do we do anything? What motivates us? Why are we compelled by various pursuits or to react in the face of what we perceive to be injustices? The reasons vary from person to person. Mr. Keating (of Dead Poets Society) might say “to woo women”. For some it is about self-enrichment, a sense of community, or concern for the environment. Money, power, and fame are three big driving forces -- for examples, reference Wall Street, politics, and Hollywood. Interest in, desire for, or love of an individual can be strong influences, as well. Furthermore, friends often give of their time and selves to help each other and support one another. Additional incentives include patriotism, achievement of ideals, and career advancement, while for some it is a need to connect with someone or something…to feel alive…to feel anything. Some wish to advance the quality of life, solve the mysteries of the universe, or seek adventure. Others find themselves bound by strong ethics no matter the consequences they my incur by adhering to them. When faced with a question of what to do where the decision affects more than oneself, it comes down to one’s personal values and beliefs; do you put your own needs and welfare ahead of that of the world around you: whether it be a person, animal, place or thing? 
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