Humans have historically tried to boost their own energy by taking it from others, often without realizing they are engaged in this behavior. This subconscious struggle for personal energy is a fundamental part of human nature and is a root cause of conflicts worldwide.
According to James Redfield in The Celestine Prophecy, this ongoing, unconscious competition for energy underpins many of the struggles and disagreements among people. Recognizing this pattern can help us understand the origins of human conflict and possibly find ways to move beyond it.