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by biql 1216 days ago
It should have desires but it's not clear where does a desire come from. One might think that it's a product of evolution and is therefore simply required for survival but looking at humans, many have plenty of desires not linked to survival at all. Is the desire to listen to music or appreciate art needed to survive? Perhaps it is needed to create emotional connection with others, which is needed to be a part of a group, and is therefore, needed for survival, but it's quite a stretch.