Selfishness is such a position and behavior of a person when he is completely focused on his own "I", to obtain benefits, success, pleasure. For any egoist, the highest good is the satisfaction of their own interests.
Instructions
Step 1
Consider the fact that selfishness is a certain level of human development. It will take life lessons and time for him to change. An egoist constantly thinks about momentary needs, he lacks willpower and an inner spirit for self-development and his own self-restraints.
Step 2
Try to re-educate the egoist with egoism. That is, try to convince him that caring for others can also bring pleasure and joy, a sense of self-satisfaction. Let him at least try to start.
Step 3
Be an example of altruistic behavior, often tell the egoist stories that can evoke reciprocal emotions in him, while showing your own philanthropy.
Step 4
Give the selfish pet a pet that needs constant grooming. It can be a cat or dog, a hamster or a parrot, etc. The main thing is that a person knows that all responsibility for the life of this creature lies on his shoulders.
Step 5
Do not be afraid to burden the egoist with various responsibilities, do not seek to protect him from all problems. If this is your husband, instruct him to sit or walk with the child, make him help you with the housework, etc.
Step 6
Create situations that require self-sacrifice. For example, you might ask a selfish person to help a neighbor's old lady carry her bag to the door or go down the stairs, etc.
Step 7
Praise other people in his presence, but do it carefully, because selfish people are very unpleasant to listen to praise addressed to someone. Nevertheless, accustom him to the idea that there are many interesting and worthy people around him besides him.
Step 8
Do not hope for quick results, selfishness is a worldview developed over the years, rooted in childhood, therefore, in the fight against it, patience, consistency and perseverance are needed in achieving the set goal.
