What are some human motivations that bring about rise and decay of any civilization?

Answer 1

You should look at Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. He discusses the different needs of humans (food, safety, etc.) that are required in order to achieve self-esteem and self-actualization.

RISE:

-success (social cooperation)

-safety & health (government & police)

-raising a child (community)

DECAY:

-greed (money -> monopolies -> poverty) (resources -> war -> death)

-anarchy / power ("us vs. them" mentality -> lawlessness, crime)