why do people do things "just to say they have done them"?

Question

it seems a little pathetic. its almost as if they do these things only to impress others. if they were to benefit themselves or others or enjoyed themselves while doing these things, thats a different story. but to do something "just to say ive done it" just doesn't make sense and seems like a waste of time to me.

i could be wrong...if so, tell me why.

Answer 1

Because experience is the only thing you'll ever really have. Everything else is just fleeting. Carpe diem kid!!!

Answer 2

Impressionable, zombie like thinking...