This issue involves the balance between personal success and social responsibility, and can be thought of from multiple angles.： ### 1. **Personal perspective: the definition of success** -If "success" refers only to material wealth or personal achievement, then from a utilitarian point of view, you may be able to ignore others temporarily. However, psychological studies have shown that people who have only focused on themselves for a long time often face problems such as loneliness and lack of meaning. - True success usually includes dimensions such as interpersonal relationships and social contributions. In Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, self-realization is followed by "transcendent needs" (helping others grow). ### 2. **Realistic considerations: interdependent society** -The operation of modern society is based on collaboration. Your success may depend on the support of others (such as family, colleagues, and customers), and complete disregard for others may lead to the collapse of the support system. -Case study: If entrepreneurs only pursue profits and ignore employee benefits, it may lead to brain drain and damage to corporate reputation in the long run. ### 3. **Ethical dimension: moral obligation** -The philosopher Peter Singer proposed "effective altruism": when we have the ability to help others, there is a moral obligation to take action. -The Confucian thought of "one wants to stand up for oneself" also emphasizes that self-achievement should be synchronized with the development of others. ### 4. **Long-term impact: sustainable success** -Studies have found that people with altruistic behaviors tend to get more opportunities for cooperation, forming a virtuous circle. -Bill Gates' transformation from a technology giant to a philanthropist is precisely because he recognizes that success requires giving back to society to create greater value. ### 5. **Compromise** -You don't have to "completely ignore" or "sacrifice yourself" in extremes, you can take： -**Priority management**: After ensuring one's own basic development, gradually increase one's attention to others/society -**Win-win thinking**: Looking for ways to improve yourself and benefit others (such as skill sharing, business cooperation) -**Moderate participation**: Fulfilling social responsibilities through quantifiable methods such as donations and volunteering In the end, this choice reflects how you define the meaning of your life. However, it should be noted that completely ignoring others may be feasible in the short term, but it may limit the long-term development space and quality of life. It is recommended to regularly reflect on the relationship between personal goals and social values and find a dynamic balance.