Altruism
topic on 3 shows · 4 statements across 4 episodes
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4 statements about Altruism, every show
Nikhil Kamath: Projecting an image of selflessness adds value in capitalist societies
“In the capitalistic society, the projection of being selfless is a value add.”
Birla: Philanthropists genuinely believe in their work despite any emotional reward
“If one has spent his or her life You know being philanthropic, chances are that they truly believe in that, which is why they lived a life that they chose to live. Even if there is some element of making you feel you know, like a high if you're supporting peop…”
Santos: Altruistic Actions Generate More Happiness Than Self-Care Luxuries
“Happiness is about achieving these accolades. It's not. We often think happiness is about self-care and treating ourselves and giving ourselves these luxuries. It's not. In fact, if anything, it's about doing nice things for others. That gives you more of a ki…”
Reid Hoffman argues that altruism and a strong ego can coexist
“People always have these false dichotomies. They say, well, you know, altruism, you have to have no ego. It's like, no, no, no. Actually, in fact, part of how I think about myself is great and unusual and differentiated, because by the way, differentiated is p…”