Friday, June 15, 2007

Selfishness vs Altruism

Selfishness is, at base, the concept and/or practice of concern with one's own interests in some sort of priority to the interests of others; it is often used to refer to a self-interest that comes in a particular form, or above a certain level.

Do you have anybody selfish around you? Let's list out five names.

Altruism is the willful sacrifice of one's own interests or well-being for the sake of something that is non-self. It is also often defined as being the selfless concern for the welfare of others. It is a traditional virtue in many cultures, and central to many religious traditions. In English, this idea was often described as the Golden rule of ethics. In Buddhism it is considered a fundamental property of human nature. However, altruism also includes those who force others to sacrifice for some higher cause, even if it is a nonhuman or nonexistent one.

How's about altruist? Let's list out one...

From Memorable quotes for "Friends"

Joey: It is a love based of giving and receiving as well as having and sharing. And the love that they give and have is shared and received. And through this having and giving and sharing and receiving, we too can share and love and have... and receive.

Well, just love your neighbors, share what you have learnt and help your friends. Someday, it will pay back to you. Because... what comes around, goes around!!!

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