Discussion of STATUS ANXIETY Causes I. & II. – Status Anxiety Cause 2 Answer

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Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iipn6yM43sM&t=54s

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According to de Botton, what may be the predominant impulse for our desire to rise in the social hierarchy? How is the “leaking balloon” an appropriate metaphor for our ego?  Have you ever experienced “status anxiety” yourself, or observed it others?  Give an example.  Do you believe this condition was caused by “lovelessness” or “expectation?” Explain. 

 

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The predominant impulse for our desire to rise in the social hierarchy is to get love, care, and attention. We think if we become rich or successful people will start to give more attention to us but if we fail no one will look at us. According to De Botton,

This question is taken from English 104 – Argumentation and Critical Thinking » Winter 2022 » Discussion