"Whose smarter? The Selfish or the Generous?"- Adam Grant, Ph.D
Article: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/give-and-take/201305/who-s-smarter-the-selfish-or-the-generous
Contrary to the popular belief, psychological studies show that those who scored higher on intelligence tests are the ones who are more thoughtful of others. Because it takes a higher level of thought processing to understand another persons perspective, so it takes a higher level of thought processing to empathize with others and to put yourself in their shoes. In the same study those who scored lower on intelligence tests were described to be 'selfish', self centered and someone who concentrates on their own gains. This was reflected in their choices in a hypothetical situation of whether they would give $4 to a stranger in need
Something to think about.
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