In a world where only power and money rule, it is hard to believe otherwise. But more and more studies from psychology, neuroscience and primate research show that acting out of selfless motivation is an essential human characteristic. Even toddlers show a willingness to help without receiving anything in return, and three-month-old babies can distinguish between good and evil. Selfless action and cooperation have also been demonstrated in the animal world. So if the sense of fairness and justice is already in our cradle - why is our society riddled with so much selfishness and injustice?
Is man a selfish being who thinks only of himself and his own good?
In a world where only power and money rule, it is hard to believe otherwise.
But more and more studies from psychology, neuroscience and primate research show that acting out of selfless motivation is an essential human characteristic.
Even toddlers show a willingness to help without receiving anything in return, and three-month-old babies can distinguish between good and evil. Selfless action and cooperation have also been demonstrated in the animal world. So if the sense of fairness and justice is already in our cradle - why is our society riddled with so much selfishness and injustice?