“We are survival machines - robot vehicles blindly programmed to preserve the selfish molecules known as genes”
— Richard Dawkins
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Humans and animals are built to keep their genes alive and pass them to the next generation. Think of genes as tiny instructions inside us that tell our bodies how to work and survive. For example, when you feel hungry or scared, it's your body's way of making sure you eat and stay safe, which helps your genes survive. Our actions, like protecting our children or finding food, are driven by these basic needs. This means much of what we do is to ensure our genes continue to exist. In everyday life, understanding this can help us realize why we feel certain urges and can help us make better choices, knowing these instincts are just part of our nature.
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