[D-fendr]

the statistically "normal" (those within two standard deviations) do not follow, do or pursue things that are perceived as hurtful, damaging or deleterious.

To whom? Always themselves only? And why not just stop at "hurtful" or just not "feels good."?

[kosta50]

To whom? Always themselves only? And why not just stop at "hurtful" or just not "feels good."?

Average statistically normal adult doe snot desire, plan, strive, etc. to be hurt, to fail, to be fired, to be broke, sick, unhappy, etc. is this really "news" to you?