Egoism - Wikipedia Egoism is a philosophy concerned with the role of the self, or ego, as the motivation and goal of one's own action
Egoist vs. Egotist - Whats the Difference? | This vs. That Egoist and egotist are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings An egoist is someone who prioritizes their own self-interest and personal well-being above others
Exploring Egoism: What It Is and What It Means - Philosophos Egoism is a philosophical term that refers to the belief that one's own self-interest should be the primary motivation in all ethical decisions Egoists believe that it is morally permissible to act in one's own interests, even if this means sacrificing the interests of others
Egoism (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy) Egoism can be a descriptive or a normative position Psychological egoism, the most famous descriptive position, claims that each person has but one ultimate aim: her own welfare Normative forms of egoism make claims about what one ought to do, rather than describe what one does do