Selbstoptimierung aus philosophisch-ethischer Perspektive

Abstract

Firstly, an attempt is made to define the term “self-optimisation” as objectively as possible, i.e. beyond any polarisation. It becomes apparent, however, that the term itself is not neutral because all self-optimisation efforts are assumed to lead to a positive change towards a more perfect state. In order to be able to distinguish “improvements” from “deteriorations”, normative orientation standards are required, which are explained in the article: On the one hand, from an individual-ethical perspective, it will be assessed to what extent self-optimisation contributes to the happiness of the individual. From a moral or socio-ethical perspective, on the other hand, the question is posed whether the trend towards self-optimisation has a negative impact on the quality of living together.