Navigating the Intentions Behind Ideas

Individuals who spread bad ideas may believe they are doing so for the greater good, even though these ideas are objectively bad. Understanding the perspective of those who hold different beliefs is crucial, as they may genuinely think they are acting in the best interest of others. To navigate this issue, it can be helpful to consider a framework with axes representing short-term vs. long-term thinking and acting for self-fulfillment vs. acting for the benefit of others.