In our hyper-competitive world, career advice often champions the relentless pursuit of personal advancement. We’re urged to chase our ambitions, sometimes at the expense of those around us, under the banner of progress. This narrative elevates personal success above all, nudging many towards self-centered decisions. Self-help literature and the archetypal hero's journey further reinforce this individualistic approach, framing personal triumph as the ultimate goal. But what if I told you that science offers a different perspective?