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Does a person have to base every decision on reason to be considered an Objectivist?

Posted by edweaver 8 years, 9 months ago to Ask the Gulch
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A few discussions got me thinking about the question and I'm wondering what others think??

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  • Posted by edweaver 8 years, 9 months ago in reply to this comment.
    I don't propose anything. But people can make decisions based on emotion or other factors and I am wondering at what point is that person not an Objectivist? Is an Objectivist only so when they are 100% and is 100% achievable?
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    Posted by $ CBJ 8 years, 9 months ago
    I would say that every important decision should have serious reasons to back it up, in terms of advancing or maintaining one's fundamental values. Most everyday decisions (such as where to go for lunch) are choices between multiple rational alternatives, and don't require a great amount of thought.

    And Objectivism doesn't require that every decision lead to a positive outcome. Many decisions involve balancing risk vs. reward, with no guarantee of success. All that a rational person can do is make the best choice given the knowledge available to that person at that time.
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