[GraniteStateConservative]

Can you explain? I would have thought that those with less caution would more likely spread their genes. I am very cautious about spreading my genes; my wife would remove my gene spreader if she ever thought that I was out spreading my genes.

Living cautiously leads to long life. The longer you live, the more likely it is you get to procreate.

[js1138]

Every aspect of reproductive success is subject to the selection “forces” in effect at the time. There is no objective criterion for goodness or correctness.