Cognition is all about the regulation of selves and their intrinsic motivators. 
Motivators are indexical signs that are significant for the regulation of a self-model.
A self-model does not remain static, but is in constant negotiation with its many motivators.
A self-model generates from the past the behaviors in its present to coordinate with its future.
But what motivators drive every single human in the planet?
It is the motivation that their future self can be shared with others.
We are a very long way from AGI. In green are current capabilities.
It'll never be complete unless it gets connected with the capabilities defined by living things.
Where do intrinsic motivators come from?
If we look at dogs as an example. Dogs are bred over multiple generations to have a specific trait. I have a Corgi, and she is motivated to herd balls and herd people as well!
This is likey true of humans also. Societies select for humans with a specific kind of motivation. This motivation reveals itself in terms of behavior that is selected for.
Motivations reveal themselves in personalities. If we think of a person's behavior as being driven by their past experiences. Past experiences being accumulated due to a person's personality. It is no surprise some people are more skilled than others.
It's a consequence of their motivations. Humans have taken over this world because we are inclined towards cooperative behavior.
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