#766 - Jonathan Haidt - The Hidden Dangers Of Social Media On Mental Health
Modern Wisdom
Motivations of Agency and Communion
The master variable of motivations in psychology revolves around agency and communion. Agency involves being an agent and making things happen, while communion is about connection and being part of a group. Boys typically exhibit stronger agency motives, gravitating towards activities like fake war to practice skills and enjoy hunting and war. The speaker discovered the exciting thrill of being a hunter and warrior during a paintball game, indicating an innate desire for these roles.
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