Why You Should Try to Be More Selfish

B2 – Upper Intermediate

The risk for most individuals isn’t that they disregard others in the name of their own wants; rather, it is that they continuously put true inner growth on hold in favor of the notion of so-called respectable judgment.

Watch the video and discover why sometimes, we need to be more selfish.

Discussion Questions:

1. What is your concept of selfishness?
2. Do you consider yourself selfish? Why or why not? What would you say is the most selfish thing you’ve ever done?
3. When is okay to be self-absorbed? Explain.
4. What are the good and bad things about putting yourself first?
5. What is your take on this statement: “The world won’t fall apart if we neglect some of our commitments.“?