Is Being a Selfish Jerk Really in Your Self Interest?

Individuals acting in their own self-interest are, according to classical economics, an important part of a productive, efficient economy. And yet, selfishness is among the personality traits best known for impeding healthy human relationships. How do we separate the two concepts? On this episode of The In-House Ethicist, John Paul Rollert explores how we define the line between them, and why that line matters.