Evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins says that when we do all things that make life worth living, it doesn’t contribute to making it necessary for survival.

For example, algebra (ew), poetry (maybe), or belly dancing (for sure!) won’t prolong our lives. However, the possession of the kind of brain capable of doing these things is important; consider sexual selection where the mind is alluring.

Want to not die alone? Pick up those books, kids!

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