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Self-preservation

/ˌsɛlf ˌprɛzərˈveɪʃən/noun
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Self-preservation is the innate instinct or deliberate actions taken to protect oneself from harm, danger, or threats to survival. This drive shapes human behavior in everyday decisions, like avoiding risky situations, and extends to broader contexts such as evolutionary biology, where it ensures species continuity by prioritizing personal safety over immediate risks.

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