People who feel happy with their lives can also be selfish and cruel. Professionals refer to those who have no conscience as sociopathic personalities. These individuals may actually be quite proud of their ability to deceive and manipulate.

Sociopaths elevate themselves to the center of the world. Self-gratification is their paramount goal. They feel no guilt or remorse in whatever action they take to achieve that goal.

Do we want our children to grow up feeling good about being selfish?