Selfish Person
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A Selfish Person is an individual primarily concerned with their own interests, often at the expense of others.
- Context:
- It can relate to various Psychological Theories that explore the motivations and behaviors behind selfishness.
- It can intersect with Ethical Theories such as Egoism, which posits that selfishness can be ethical.
- It can manifest in a range of behaviors, from minor Self-Centered Actions to more damaging forms like Exploitation or Manipulation.
- It can be observed in multiple settings like Family Dynamics, Workplace Interactions, and Social Groups.
- It can be transient, occurring under certain conditions or in specific situations, or more enduring as a personality trait.
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- Example(s):
- Ignoring a friend's needs in order to prioritize one's own desires.
- Taking credit for a team project without acknowledging the contributions of others.
- Hoarding resources without consideration for the needs of others.
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- Counter-Example(s):
- An Altruist individual who consistently puts others' needs before their own could be considered unselfish or altruistic.
- Someone who sacrifices personal gain for the benefit of a group.
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- See: Narcissism, Personality Traits, Ethical Egoism.