Many people consider thinking about one’s own interests to be egoism. Society presents self-sacrifice and selflessness as ideals. However, psychologists emphasize that this approach is not always healthy.
According to experts, setting personal boundaries, taking time to rest, and learning to say “no” are the foundation of emotional stability. Constantly adapting to others can lead to fatigue, internal dissatisfaction, and depression.
Research from Georgetown University shows that helping others activates the parts of the brain associated with empathy. However, this process has a positive effect only if a person also takes care of themselves.
In addition, thinking about oneself improves quality of life — a person begins to listen to themselves and consciously chooses where to work, whom to communicate with, and how to live. This leads to personal growth, increased creativity, and a more meaningful life.
Thinking about oneself is not about putting oneself above others, but about building better relationships with others by being healthy and happy.
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