We seek out data not just for utility, but to satisfy a "hunger" for understanding, similar to thirst or sex.
Often, people will ignore facts (confirmation bias) if it helps them maintain a consistent "story" of their life. ✍️ Writing Tips for "Making Perfect Sense" Perfect Sense
If your paper is for a class, you may be referring to the "Under-appreciated Drive for Sense-Making". Key Concept Description Evolutionary Drive We seek out data not just for utility,