One might argue that the purpose of human existence has not altered over extensive periods of time. Diverse lifestyles across the earth have led us to question our own way of life and what it all means. This blog explores a range of psychological topics; one key focus is the ancient art of bullfighting, a gruesome spectacle or beautiful and intimate display of life and death. Many events are experienced consciously nevertheless, subliminal forces penetrate rational and provoke our actions. Why? What do we make of modern mankind? If humans were returned to hunter gatherer conditions devoid of easy living and luxury, would we really be any different from the Neanderthal in terms of instinct?