be more selfless

While maybe there is a value to the “blindfold theory of justice” on an abstract level, when it comes to interpersonal relationships it is very possible to be too detached, or to give in completely to other’s whims. This is too much of a passive attitude, and doesn’t necessarily make anyone happier.

Being socially involved or active in the community can be extremely valuable, but as I understand it my own abilities and skills are often inward-oriented. It feels like too much of a compromise to give myself up completely. I mean, if everyone did so, who would benefit? Can we really trust that there would be a communal sense of love? Its too easy to be complacent and begin to blame others without even realizing that selflessness was just a desperate attempt to find the right feeling.

In a religious sense I see how it might be conceived as a virtue, but there is a danger of losing control; its like gambling that you have a stronger spirit than those around you.

I used to have pains in my head all the time, and this seems to be the only way to relieve them.

Not to say that I would like to lose consciousness, but only that selflessness seems like a good first step towards more genuine feelings.

It seems to help a lot with functionality in life. At the same time I don’t want things to pass too quickly. I just have to trust myself, that I’ll be more productive if I give in to the “way” of things. Sometimes I wonder why its so difficult.

Philosophical willpower isn’t worth much to me unless I have feelings. Selflessness seems to bring feelings, especially when I’m stuck trying to exercise philosophical willpower.

perform more acts of love and kindness that help or add joy to other people

i need happiness not pleasure… reality not what i think reality is…

I am far too concentrated on performing tasks that are important to me at the moment and/or make my life easier. So much so that I feel unbalanced (in so many ways) and unhappy with my selfishness. To be more selfless and sacrifice some of my time to make someone’s life better will (in theory) make me happier.