Keri Thursday

Today's discussion of "Notes from the Underground" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky was insightful. It made me see how we are based on logic and rationale yet we act to contradict both of these entities. Oftentimes, human beings act against their own particular best interests. From a logical standpoint, this seems ridiculous and impossible. Yet, it happens all of the time. I believe that part of the reason people do this is because they are seeking a reaction. We constantly want attention from others and will do anything possible to get it. In some cases, we will do this even if it jeopardizes our safety and interests as mentioned above. This is not wise but that is the risky and entertaining element.
In saying that, I also bring up that the risk of doing something always brings an enticing element to it. The risk makes it more interesting to people. It makes it less predictable. However, this risk introduces danger which brings us back to what I started this comment with. Risk can often lead people to act against their own interests just because it adds spice to every situation.