In Confucian tradition, reasoning around 'self-interest' is morally sensitive, revealing the complexities of humility as a political virtue and the consequences of altruistic actions.
C Is for Cynicism: How It Can Impact Your Well-Being
Cynicism reflects hostility and is linked to anxiety, depression, fatigue, and suicidality. It can also manifest as a cognitive component of hostility, affecting mental health.
Greed is good - how capitalism makes the world better for us all
The biggest problem we have in our culture is this perception that when you pursue your own self-interest, you are somehow a villain . . . it's why socialism is still viewed as morally noble, capitalism as evil and bad.