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Running head: SUMMARY OF CHAPTERS 1 Summary of Chapters Name Institution SUMMARY OF CHAPTERS 2 Summary of Chapters Why do we want? Why do we engage in so many things that are bad for us? And how can we stop? In the book mean genes, economist Trey Burnham and biologist Jay Phelan advise how to conquer our own worst enemy-our survival minded genes. Having originated in a time where things were scarce, our ancestors struggled to survive; our genes are not adequately adapted to the convenience of modern society. They, therefore, compel us to overeat, spend our whole paycheck, and cheat in our marriage. However, by knowing how these genes operate, it is possible to trick these mean genes and cultivate better behaviors that will, in turn, allow us to live better lives. In twelve topics, this book gives information on how we can use the understanding of our biology to overcome our instincts Debt This chapter addresses the reason why we find it difficult to save money and how we can challenge what drives us to spend all our income. We come from the ancestral origin where saving was not an option. During the time of our ancestors, successful individuals would ram as much as possible into their stomachs as well as the stomachs of those who genetically related to them. They could also share with other people whom they believed could repay them on their good days. In that society, the best way to save was to consume. According to this chapter, the culture of saving is not just mamm ...
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