2007-12-26 02:46:54 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You can't, but you do have a choice as to what you identify as self.
Blessings
2007-12-26 03:05:49 · answer #1 · answered by Just Be 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There's no such thing as a selfless act. Everything we do involves some kind of "payback." When we help others, we feel good about ourselves. When we give into what a friend wants to do, that we have no interest in, we avoid an argument or tell ourselves we're being the "better" person. And on and on . . .
Some selfish acts harm others, some don't hurt anyone, some help others. Those are the only differences.
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2007-12-26 11:01:46 · answer #2 · answered by YY4Me 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
By addressing life from a perspective of totality. Each and every person regardless of race or creed has something meaningful to contribute to society. No prejudices for the rich or poor. Every human being is part of the whole and the strength of humanity is exemplified in its weakest link. Ethical and moral standards encompass what is beneficial to everyone, not special interests. Selflessness is not for individuals but for the whole world.
2007-12-26 10:58:21 · answer #3 · answered by Overseer 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Selflessness does not exist.
2007-12-26 10:53:45 · answer #4 · answered by Mystine G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU can't. a self cannot be selfless. you must lose yourself first, before you can become selfless in all of its meaning.
2007-12-26 10:50:35 · answer #5 · answered by Free Radical 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It's hard. Sometimes it is instinctual, when it comes to your spouse or children or loved ones, or those who are truly suffering where you can identify your ability to help them.
Sometimes you have to put some thought and sacrifice into it, and it is a difficult decision to make. But it can be done with prayer.
2007-12-26 10:52:49 · answer #6 · answered by colebolegooglygooglyhammerhead 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Look for ways to help other people and encourage them to do likewise.
"Deny yourself daily, take up your cross and follow Me."
Matthew 16:24
2007-12-26 11:11:33 · answer #7 · answered by the sower 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I say "Thank You, have a wonderful day!" to the store clerk rather than blowing his head off.
2007-12-26 10:56:00 · answer #8 · answered by AGGELOS ABUSSOS 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
By focusing on the Savior YAHOSHUA,. and trying to see things His way. Also of course by thinking of and doing things for others.
2007-12-26 10:52:54 · answer #9 · answered by hasse_john 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
by practice. start each day by thinking of ONE thing you can do for another human. When you become accustomed to doing ONE thing, then move up to TWO things and so on.
2007-12-26 10:51:05 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋