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...teaches Psychology 1504: “Positive Psychology,” said that humans are deeply connected in a “web of empathy,” thus tying individual happiness to that of others. “Sometimes there’s nothing quite as selfish as generosity,” he said. But despite the knowledge that generosity brings more happiness, why are people more inclined to spend money on themselves? Norton says that money has the power to “trap you.” “Once you get money, you start thinking...
...other man-made mishaps has only been comprehended and communicated through science fiction. Even the current threat posed by climate change is along the lines of science fiction. It’s not a moral struggle between good and evil but instead a danger formed by our irresponsible and selfish use of technology...
...director David Gordon Green’s new film, “Snow Angels,” hardly a scene goes by without the presence of snow. The title is ironic, however, given that snow falls on characters who are often ugly, spiteful, and selfish. In a film that focuses almost entirely on complex human relationships, the frigid settings represent the brutal and unforgiving manner in which the characters interact. The gripping storyline and nuanced performances in “Snow Angels” force viewers not only to invest their time but also their psychology and emotions...
...neither simple selfish organisms nor indiscriminate altruists,” he said...
...sophomore’s devotion to the team seems even more impressive, considering the struggles of Crimson wrestling this season. In a disappointing year that yielded only two team victories, more selfish stars might have turned inward, shifting their focus to personal success...