Solving Modern Problems with a Stone-Age Brain: Human Evolution and the Seven Fundamental Motives - Douglas T. Kenrick, David E. Lundberg-Kenrick

Written by Douglas T. Kenrick, David E. Lundberg-Kenrick
Read by Chris Sorensen
Format: M4B
Bitrate: 128 Kbps
Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins
Release date: 04-11-23

Sharing stories and advice rooted in the science of evolutionary psychology, father and son authors Doug Kenrick and David Lundberg-Kenrick pinpoint the dangers of stone-age problem solving for our lives today, and present a new, systematic way to survive and be happy in the modern world.

Over millennia, we humans have evolved a set of motivational systems to help us solve the seven basic problems of existence: surviving, protecting ourselves from dangerous others, forming friendships, winning respect, attracting mates, hanging onto mates, and caring for our families. We seek the same goals in the twenty-first century. However, the saber-tooth tigers and rival tribes that once threatened us have been replaced by marketers peddling sugar-laden foods, pundits fanning the culture war flames, and payday loan companies scamming those who can least afford it.

Through a series of engaging narratives and science-based life tips, this book helps us see past our electronics and lattes and gain helpful insights into achieving the life we want.
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