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In fairness, that seems a misrepresentation of what lizzie said. In this thread, I understood that she was posing a sincere philosophical question about what drives people. I didn't see her as "having a go" at those who don't share that drive at all. Nor, in the other thread, did I see her...

Me, too! I also thought it was a great read, and very thought-provoking, without being extreme.

Wow, I'm out-pedanticised! :p ;) Perhaps it's about how you define "dissatisfaction". How about I re-phrase it as "you can be happy and content, and simultaneously seeking more". Because I think for many of us, it's the striving, not the goal itself, that's so enjoyable. :)

I agree with everything that you say. Once one need is satisfied, the "dissatisfied/restless" personality again become "dissatisfied" (in the positive, not the negative sense), because now what you want is that next goal. So I'm saying that a little bit of dissatisfaction is a good thing; it...

I agree with you, tobe. I think a certain degree of restlessness is necessary to spur you to change. I think it's possible to be happy whilst also seeking something; to learn to enjoy the journey. I can't imagine being totally satisfied and not wanting anything; what would motivate you to get up...