It doesn't necessarily help you live any longer. Why do we search for pride?
2006-11-07 06:23:43 · 8 answers · asked by Xo 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
because to satisfy the ego.
2006-11-07 08:19:36 · answer #1 · answered by prince47 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because if your life is crappy and you find someone that you think is worst than you it gives you a great feeling to know that someone anyone is worse off then you are
The pride comes from the fact that you feel just a little better about yourself when others are in worse shape than you
2006-11-07 07:18:34 · answer #2 · answered by Cherry Berry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is necessary for us to be the best and be adored by others. I think it has roots in psychology (something about being chosen as an appropriate future parent?) And of course it is our pride but it is not bad. When you want to be the best you just do your best. It is very important for progress and society (though rather harmful for your soul as I understan pride)
2006-11-07 06:30:55 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The competitive side of people, allows for humans to progress. It also allows for a legacy to be left and that is way of living longer than physically possible!
2006-11-07 06:47:51 · answer #4 · answered by lucy_goose 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Competition has been a part of our history since the beginning. It's because man needs to feel like he has done something worth while... like he is the best at whatever he does...
2006-11-07 06:29:59 · answer #5 · answered by just nate 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life is one great competition! Sadly nobody gains by competing! The prize doesn't exist!!!!
2006-11-07 06:28:03 · answer #6 · answered by bellydancer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We forget we are all the same.
2006-11-07 06:27:20 · answer #7 · answered by HandsOnCelibacy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
looking for exceptance recognition love?..... looking to be closer to god or a god? ect .
2006-11-07 06:43:48 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋