TED: Why some people are more altruistic than others | Abigail Marsh

The speaker recounts a life-changing event where a stranger saved their life, leading them to pursue a career in psychology to study altruism. The talk explores the roots of altruism, contrasting it with psychopathy, and highlights the unique brain characteristics of extraordinary altruists. The speaker discusses the role of humility and societal changes in expanding compassion and altruism.

What is the significance of humility in the context of extraordinary altruists?

What does the speaker believe about the potential for altruism in most people?

In what ways does the speaker suggest that compassion is expanding in society?

What paradox does the speaker mention regarding perceptions of the world becoming worse?