What Makes Us Tick?: The Ten Desires that Drive Us

This book is in superb, seemingly unread condition.

Why do we speak as though we're rational, yet act irrationally? Why do some people crave control? What is the real purpose of religion? Why do we seek change, only to resist it? Why do we keep wanting more of what never truly satisfies us? Why are we so passionate about sports? Why do we fall out of love? As Australia's leading social researcher, Hugh Mackay has spent a lifetime listening to people share their dreams, fears, hopes, disappointments, and passions. In a series of bestselling books, he has chronicled the sweeping changes reshaping our society. Now, in What Makes Us Tick?, Mackay turns his attention to the constants, identifying ten fundamental desires that drive us all. Insightful and engaging, this book showcases Mackay's exceptional ability to delve into our motivations, offering a deep exploration of why we behave the way we do, and addressing some of life's most profound questions.