as in selfness
excessive interest in oneself
the only reason for constantly ignoring everyone else's problems is selfishness
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In contrast, healthy selfishness is associated with greater psychological well-being, higher self-esteem and more positive relationships.
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
But what if selfishness—when approached in the right way—could actually be beneficial?
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
The through line in these missteps, as Smith sees it, is selfishness, which is an unattractive trait in any workplace.
—Morgan Smith, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2024
Any dignified motivations that had once held sway—making art for art’s sake, acting to minimize suffering—became smoke screens to distract others from my selfishness.
—Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2024
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Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
But what if selfishness—when approached in the right way—could actually be beneficial?
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
The through line in these missteps, as Smith sees it, is selfishness, which is an unattractive trait in any workplace.
—Morgan Smith, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2024
Any dignified motivations that had once held sway—making art for art’s sake, acting to minimize suffering—became smoke screens to distract others from my selfishness.
—Manvir Singh, The New Yorker, 9 Sep. 2024
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Elsewhere is a bar/parlor room, as well as an inviting primary suite that comes complete with a Juliette balcony, a walk-in closet, and a luxe bath flaunting dual vanities and a large shower.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Nov. 2024
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Grand suites have separate in-room dining tables and some even have bathtubs and dual-sink stone vanities.Nicole Trilivas, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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Psychological egoism is at play here, too, with Jimmy’s extreme emotional investment in getting Grace help.Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2024
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Orwell feared those who would deprive us of information, Huxley feared those who would give us so much that we would be reduced to passivity and egoism.Sean Illing, Vox, 11 Aug. 2024
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This leads to a heartfelt exploration of ego, humility, and legacy.Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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But fame and success ultimately released any reluctance to speak out, and seemed to loosen his ego as well.Steve Marble, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Selfishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/selfishness. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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