Psychology · 19 min
The Status Game
By Will Storr
This episode uncovers how our fundamental, often unconscious, drive for status shapes everything from our daily choices to societal structures, offering a clearer lens on human motivation.
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Psychology
Duration
19 min
What it is about
Social psychology, human motivation, status dynamics, self-awareness
Who it is for
If you've ever felt a deep, unacknowledged pull to be seen, respected, or valued, this will feel familiar a clarifying perspective on its pervasive influence.
The author
Will Storr, an acclaimed journalist and author, brings a sharp, investigative eye to the hidden forces that shape human behavior, revealing the clear, often uncomfortable truths beneath our social interactions.
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