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How and Why We Play Social Status Games - Will Storr

Deep Dive with Ali Abdaal

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The Dynamics of Social Status Games

This chapter explores research on gender differences in competitive behavior and the implications on workplace dynamics, linking personal interests to social status games. It contrasts the pursuit of status in Eastern and Western cultures and examines the role of social media in shaping social instincts. Additionally, the chapter discusses the relationship between social status and health outcomes, underscoring its evolutionary significance throughout an individual's life.

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