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What does it mean?
Humans possess an innate desire to chase or pursue something.
In plain terms
People naturally love to hunt or chase things.
What can you take from it?
The urge to pursue is deeply human.

Where it applies

  • discussing instincts
  • analyzing behavior
  • metaphorical hunting

Putting it to work

  • understanding motivation
  • interpreting metaphors

Questions to consider

  • Is this drive always positive?
  • What do people hunt for?

Another view

Not all humans share this specific drive equally.

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