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Originally Posted by Tyrien
We fight for love, or desire love because it makes us happy. There's nothing wrong with that, but the fact remains that we choose to take actions that benefit the ones we love because our loved one's happiness and continued attachment translates into our own happiness. It cycles back to our own gain; mental self preservation.
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Exactly. Never said the otherwise. But that happens unconsciously. Love cannot be selfish unless your primary concern is to enjoy being happy by yourself, rather than care for your partner. Love is altruism, not selfishness.
And no your "Everyone is always selfish in some way or another." statement is wrong, you're not selfish just because you gain something out of an action.
You're selfish only if your main concern is to benefit just for yourself, regardless of what happens to others. Keep this in mind.
I'll continue argue tomorrow, but you seem to misunderstand what is selfish or not.