
Being Selfish is the Most Generous Thing You Can Do
From Master Your Mindset, Master Your Life by Sanjay
May 4, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 285
About this episode
This episode challenges the notion of selflessness and argues that prioritizing oneself is the most generous act one can perform for others.
You’ve been told selflessness is virtue. But here’s the shock: prioritising yourself — your growth, energy, and standards — is the most generous act you can perform for everyone who depends on you. This episode challenges the moral stories you’ve been fed and reveals why your influence has plateaued. Are you ready to discover how putting yourself first actually elevates everyone around you? Listen now.
People in this episode
Host: Sanjay
Topics covered
- selfishness
- selflessness
- personal growth
- influence
- generosity
Keywords
- selfishness
- selflessness
- personal growth
- influence
- generosity
- energy
- standards
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