The Best Position in Ethical Egoism: The Rational egoist

I believe that self-enlightened egoism is the better moral position than the other two egoisms. Self-enlightened egoism is based on the philosophy of recognizing one's self-interest as the primary guide for decision-making. This moral position emphasizes that individuals should not sacrifice their own interests to benefit others, and should always strive to improve their own well-being. Unlike anti-altruistic and common-sense egoism which focus on selfishness, self-enlightened egoism encourages individuals to instead consider their own values and the consequences of their actions on themselves before making any decisions. This moral position believes that an individual's own self-interest should be a priority, but it suggests that this be done in a way that is beneficial to all involved. In contrast, anti-altruistic egoism is characterized by the belief that one should ignore the interests and needs of others in order to maximize their own benefit. Common-sense egoism, on the other hand, holds that it is reasonable to make decisions that benefit oneself in exchange for competing with others to achieve financial success. These two forms of egoism do not prioritize the individual's own interests and values, which is the heart of self-enlightened egoism. Self-enlightened egoism recognizes the importance of individual flourishing and encourages individuals to take into account the effects of their decisions on both themselves and others. This respect for others is what sets self-enlightened egoism apart and makes it the better moral position than the other two egoisms.