Darius11 12 #1 December 14, 2005 Just a questions to the ones who do not believe in God or the concept of the human soul. Ducks have webfeet so they can swim better, Camels have humps to survive the desert. Why did we develop such deep emotions? Wouldn’t it be easier to survive if we did not have emotions? Just something I have been thinking about Every one is welcome to comment. There is no right or wrong just ideas.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
funks 1 #2 December 14, 2005 what the hell do emotions have to do with genetic design? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
windcatcher 0 #3 December 14, 2005 Emotions are what make us feel; if we didn't feel anything, I believe we would all be the same, like zombies or robots. Mother to the cutest little thing in the world... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexCrowley 0 #4 December 14, 2005 Emotions are biochemical. Fear is pretty critical to survival. Love is a protective reaction to fear covers nurturing young and species continuation. Anger is a protective reaction to fear. Everything else kinda bounces off that fear thing. TV's got them images, TV's got them all, nothing's shocking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,107 #5 December 14, 2005 >Why did we develop such deep emotions? Love between child and mother - helps ensure the mother (and father to a lesser degree) protects the young; this helps them survive Love/lust between two adults - helps ensure that they reproduce and that the child reaches an age where it can live on its own with two protectors Hate - a social instinct that allows cooperation against a common enemy Affection - helps a community live togther in a small space, making defense, food gathering etc easier. Altruism - helps communities survive by encouraging the stronger members to help the weaker in times of plenty. Greed - helps ensure we have food, shelter, warmth etc when those things are scarce. A greedy family survives hard times better than a family who does not care. >Wouldn’t it be easier to survive if we did not have emotions? We'd just sit around until we died. The species wouldn't last long. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #6 December 14, 2005 Quotewhat the hell do emotions have to do with genetic design? That’s my questions. Why did we develop such complex emotions that effect our lives? It does not serve a purpose in surviving so if evolution is the only answer (it is not for me) how would we explain emotions and why we developed them?I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,584 #7 December 14, 2005 QuoteEverything else kinda bounces off that fear thing.Well, either that or PMS. That anger has nothing to do with fear Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micro 0 #8 December 14, 2005 Love is a protective reaction to fear covers nurturing young and species continuation. but what about the other "forms" of love... how about love as a decision? I realize this goes beyond the scope of the question, but humans can chose to "love" their enemies. I miss Lee. And JP. And Chris. And... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexCrowley 0 #9 December 14, 2005 try being on the receiving end of it. plenty of fear there. TV's got them images, TV's got them all, nothing's shocking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
windcatcher 0 #10 December 14, 2005 God created us with emotions, for reasons none of us will ever know. I do see though, that emotions can be pretty powerful--either for the good or the bad. When people tend to base their decisions on emotions rather than the thought process, usually those decisions are not made very well. Mother to the cutest little thing in the world... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexCrowley 0 #11 December 14, 2005 Not according to you on the 'kill muderers' thread. TV's got them images, TV's got them all, nothing's shocking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christelsabine 1 #12 December 14, 2005 QuoteJust a questions to the ones who do not believe in God or the concept of the human soul. Ducks have webfeet so they can swim better, Camels have humps to survive the desert. Why did we develop such deep emotions? Wouldn’t it be easier to survive if we did not have emotions? Just something I have been thinking about Every one is welcome to comment. There is no right or wrong just ideas. Perhaps you mixed something? Anyhow, every year the same couple of ducks is visiting my little pond behind the house - I tell you, they are somewhat full of emotions while doing their family planning . Or do you intend to say, our lifes would be much better without any emotions? And instead of this a pair of duck pedals? Or a nice little humpback... Please, provide a few more details about meaning of your post dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricTheRed 0 #13 December 14, 2005 Quotetry being on the receiving end of it. plenty of fear there. that and confusion [stunned] what the hell did I do? [/stunned]illegible usually Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexCrowley 0 #14 December 14, 2005 that and a brief flash of hope ["there's icecream in the fridge!"] TV's got them images, TV's got them all, nothing's shocking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #15 December 14, 2005 If we had no emotions only instinct to build a house take care of our young, and have sex once every 9 months to reproduce I think things would be much easier. There would be no thought, just impulse, and instinct. You don't see a dog travel miles and miles to reperduce with the mate he wants, he humps what ever is close.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #16 December 14, 2005 QuoteGod created us with emotions, for reasons none of us will ever know. I do see though, that emotions can be pretty powerful--either for the good or the bad. When people tend to base their decisions on emotions rather than the thought process, usually those decisions are not made very well. That’s why I pointed these questions to people who do not believe in God or the human soul. Strictly from an evolution point of view.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #17 December 14, 2005 QuoteEmotions are biochemical. Fear is pretty critical to survival. Love is a protective reaction to fear covers nurturing young and species continuation. Anger is a protective reaction to fear. Everything else kinda bounces off that fear thing. sorry, your response scares me ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #18 December 14, 2005 Sorry Christel I know my English writing skills are not good. Basically I would like someone who only believes in evolution to explain why we developed such deep emotions and feelings. Strictly from an evolution point of view. Personally I believe in God and the human soul, But I am also not closed minded and like hearing what others opinions are. I have been thinking about this and couldn't find a scientific answerI'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #19 December 14, 2005 QuoteSorry man I know my English writing skills are not good. More apparent by your chosen word for the person you to whom you are responding. Why yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,146 #20 December 14, 2005 QuoteQuotewhat the hell do emotions have to do with genetic design? That’s my questions. Why did we develop such complex emotions that effect our lives? It does not serve a purpose in surviving ? WRONG, emotions serve a very useful purpose in surviving both as individuals and as a species.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #21 December 14, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuotewhat the hell do emotions have to do with genetic design? That’s my questions. Why did we develop such complex emotions that effect our lives? It does not serve a purpose in surviving ? WRONG, emotions serve a very useful purpose in surviving both as individuals and as a species. How?I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexCrowley 0 #22 December 14, 2005 Can I ask why it scares you? Sure its not pretty and evolved, but certainly fits the available evidence. TV's got them images, TV's got them all, nothing's shocking. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Botellines 0 #23 December 14, 2005 QuoteYou don't see a dog travel miles and miles to reperduce with the mate he wants, he humps what ever is close. That is exactly what i told my girlfriend. Seriously, those emotions help us to live in society and take care of our genetic pool. Animals have emotions as well, although probably not as developed due to the lack of language. In many cases what we call emotion is the equivalent to an animal instinct in other species. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GTAVercetti 0 #24 December 14, 2005 QuoteCan I ask why it scares you? Sure its not pretty and evolved, but certainly fits the available evidence. WHOOSH!Why yes, my license number is a palindrome. Thank you for noticing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #25 December 14, 2005 QuoteQuoteCan I ask why it scares you? Sure its not pretty and evolved, but certainly fits the available evidence. WHOOSH! I forgot the smiley faces. My bad. ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
