One meta belief I have, is that I think "on the face pursuing idealistic objective A, but actually being tilted toward selfish objective B" is better than "openly pursuing objective B".

Many seem to believe the opposite, typically saying something like "at least the latter is honest".

I feel like what this misses, is that maintaining the face of pursuing idealistic objective A, and using A to coordinate a large coalition, is a pretty big speed bump against attempts to pursue B too brazenly. When "the mask comes off", things actually become much worse, and strategies that pursue B at high costs to other values (including A, and also often general human decency) become unlocked.

Are there any good arguments against this intuition I have? (Whether generalized, or about specific situations)

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The most unfortunate thing in life is that even a slip of the tongue can bring disaster; I may lose my plan, but my salary will be rewarded; I acted recklessly and gained small profits. Later on, it was regarded as a common occurrence and remained indifferent. The greatest danger will come from this life

Seeing heaven and earth, knowing reverence, therefore humble​‎͏ 
Seeing others, understanding compassion, therefore tolerance
Seeing oneself, understanding the way back, so being open-minded

If you have been struggling for many years and gradually enter middle age, you must learn this "selfish" way of living, otherwise you will only become more and more tired as you live.

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