The same vitalistic argument is applicable to the lower mental processes and to the instinctual powers in man, because we cannot at any time, in viewing the complete evolution of man as a twofold being composed of a physical and a psychical part, force aside Fechner's conviction that the problem is a psycho-physical one.
"The Fairy-Faith in Celtic Countries"
W. Y. Evans Wentz
And the pursuit of convenience, extravagance, and ease is none other than an expression of instinctual human greed - we want to have it easier and eat more delectable cuisine, we want to do more stimulating things, we want objects that are rarer and more beautiful.
"Down-with-the-Cities"
Nakashima, Tadashi
The female body knows from trillenia of instinctual experience that adequate nutrition from the current food supply during pregnancy can not always be assured, so the female body stores up very large quantities of minerals and vitamins and enzymes against that very possibility.
"How and When to Be Your Own Doctor"
Dr. Isabelle A. Moser with Steve Solomon