Ayn Rand's Philosophy Explained

Why do we need a personal philosophy?

• To deal with the world and how we fit in it

• To make sure we follow our values

• To make sure we are following what society expects of us

• To be able to write a really awesome college entrance essay

Objectivism advocates for

and

​ (a)   and ​ (b)   are the first two parts of Rand's philosophy.

• Reality
• Reason
• Selfishness

How would you explain what Ayn Rand's version of selfishness is like?

According to objectivism, if you see a child drowning in a river, are you obligated to try and save the child?

• Yes, because it is the right thing to do

• No, I don't have to do anything I don't want to

• You can choose whatever you want and it will be correct, you are not obligated