What is selfish altruism?
Selfish altruism is a win/win situation.
It usually applies in these categories:
- Transactions: buying cars, for example (you get your car, the dealer gets a bonus); doesn’t imply emotional bonds
- Family: protecting people that share our genes
- Status: helping someone as a sign of dominance or to up our self-esteem
- Reciprocity: “I help you, so you help me”
So, don’t expect people to offer aid outside of selfish altruism. Understand their motives and work with what you have.
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