I nominate "fear" as the primary root of almost everything. Often the bad shit like anger or hatred. It can also be used to motivate change; to find love, strength, change, or wisdom. We have choices, yes?...
GPT5's quick take (prompt: how might 'aspiration' appear at different levels in a developmental maturity model, particularly regarding active/passive dynamics)?...
Somehow I make a meaning out of mustering up my courage every year. The meaning is I must be failing if I keep having to do it. This makes more sense.<3