The Virtue of Selfishness
Often misunderstood, Rand’s idea of selfishness is not about greed but about the virtue of valuing one’s own life. True self‐interest involves choosing to act in ways that sustain and enrich one’s life.
“The purpose of morality is to teach you not to suffer and die, but to enjoy yourself and live.”
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