A Psychological Egoist Would Claim That Giving Up Something You

question 13

Multiple Choice

A psychological egoist would claim that giving up something you want for the sake of a loved one

• A) is actually a self-interested action.
• B) is inadvisable.
• C) is impossible.
• D) is immoral.

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Definitions:

Self-transcendence

A state in which individuals extend beyond the personal to encompass wider aspects of humanity, nature, or the cosmos.

Actual Self

One's perception of their own abilities, appearance, and personality as they currently exist, as opposed to how they might wish to be.

Ideal Self

A person's conception of how they would like to be, often serving as a motivational guide toward personal growth and achievement.

Gordon Allport

An influential psychologist known for his theory of personality and his research on prejudice and the concept of personal constructs.