Do you believe that human beings are capable of pure intent?

Question

Or do you feel that, even on a sub concious level, we are looking to benefit from a situation even when not appearing to.
I believe we are capable of being alturistic. Just curious as to what others think...

Answer 1

Yes. At the most basic level that is really what Buddhism is. Clarifying ones mind to ensure ones mental intent is always pure.

Answer 2

I think sane people are incapable of intentionally acting against their own perceived self interest. Even apparent acts of altruism have selfish motives for anyone who is not insane.

Answer 3

i think everyone is capable just few do it because they feel others will take advantage

Answer 4

I believe that very few of us truly are:(