Why Are We Selfish And How To Stop
Channel: Psych2Go
Date: 2023-06-18

Have you ever wondered why people are selfish?  In this video, we delve into the intriguing topic of selfishness, exploring its origins and providing valuable insights on how to overcome it. Let's uncover the reasons behind our selfish tendencies and learn how to break free from them, paving the way for a more harmonious and empathetic existence. Make sure to watch this video until the end and share it with others to make a positive change in the world. 

Speaking of selfishness, you might also think being a people pleaser is being selfless, but that could be far from the truth. We made a thought-provoking video discussing why being a people pleaser is actually selfish too: https://youtu.be/hlkv7ZNp4uA Do you agree with us? 

Writer: Sara Del Villar
Editor: Morgan Swift
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera (http://www.youtube.com/amandasilvera )
Animator: Micoflores 
Production Assistant: Thomas Kang
Youtube Manager: Cindy Cheong

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