Does Altruism Exist?

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Does Altruism Exist?

Well?

Plato wasn't having any of it.

 

Course it does. Watch the Paedophile Hunter on Channel 4. He's having it large.

 

Yes altruism does exist, but it can sometimes be  a form of escape from one's own problems, and a bad habit. I  have learned through experience to put self first and others slightly second.

I'm not sure whether true altruism exists, I think there's often an ulterior motive and as the previous poster says, I thinkit's also important to know when to put your own needs first.

I think the word 'selfish' is very misleading as it has negative connotations.