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We are selfish when we are exclusively or predominantly concerned with the good for ourselves. We are altruistic when we
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"We are selfish when we are exclusively or predominantly concerned with the good for ourselves. We are altruistic when we are exclusively or predominantly concerned with the good of others"

- Mortimer Adler

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Mortimer Adler's quote talks to the concept of selfishness and altruism. He suggests that when we are focused solely on our own excellent, we are being selfish. On the other hand, when we are focused exclusively on the good of others, we are being selfless. This quote indicates that there is a balance between the two, and that it is important to discover a balance in between keeping an eye out for ourselves and keeping an eye out for others. It is essential to recognize that both selfishness and selflessness have their location in our lives, and that it is necessary to discover a balance in between the two. By doing so, we can guarantee that we are looking out for both ourselves and others.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mortimer Adler between December 28, 1902 and June 28, 2001. He/she was a famous Philosopher from USA. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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