Why do I want to improve myself?

[Cody_Atzori]

I mean, why does one want to really improve oneself. What's the real reason?

[Forestluv]

15 minutes ago, Cody_Atzori said:

I mean, why does one want to really improve oneself. What's the real reason?

Why would one want to worsen themself? Wouldn't that seem odd?

The personality has evolved and is oriented toward self survival, comfort, security and pleasure. 

[Knock]

Because its fulfilling. There is no 'external' reason. To the human brain, growth = good. We simply feel good when we are growing and improving. Thats why the good life is one of constant learning and improving. 

I would like to think that I can get to a spot in life where I can sit back and relax. A place where I have all the money I need so I can just sleep-in as much as I want, get massages every day and sip wine in my mansion every night, but unfortunately that makes you miserable over time. 

Like it or not, happiness is tied to growth. That is why the happiest people are always building, learning, teaching, helping, etc.